Lance No 1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Lance No 1 is a private earth dam located in Avenue City, Missouri, along the TR-Kellog Branch.


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Summary

Completed in 1992, this dam serves the primary purpose of grade stabilization and stands at a height of 29 feet with a length of 350 feet. With a storage capacity of 22 acre-feet and a drainage area of 51.2 square miles, Lance No 1 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.

Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, Lance No 1 has not been fully assessed for its condition or emergency preparedness. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and lacks outlet gates, reflecting its simplistic design and operation. While it is not regulated or inspected by the state, the dam remains an essential structure for maintaining water levels and preventing erosion along the TR-Kellog Branch.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Lance No 1 offers an intriguing case study of a privately owned earth dam in rural Missouri. Its historical significance, design characteristics, and operational details provide valuable insights into the role of small-scale dams in water management and environmental protection. As discussions around sustainable water infrastructure continue to evolve, Lance No 1 serves as a reminder of the diverse and interconnected ways in which dams contribute to our ecosystem.

Year Completed

1992

Dam Length

350

Dam Height

29

River Or Stream

TR-KELLOG BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1

Hydraulic Height

29

Drainage Area

51.2

Nid Storage

22

Structural Height

29

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

29
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.