Charles Wood Lake 2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Wood Lake Dam Charles Wood Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Charles Wood Lake 2, located in Barton, Missouri, is a private fish and wildlife pond built in 1974 with a primary purpose of supporting aquatic life.
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Summary
The earth dam stands at 15 feet in height and stretches 1050 feet in length, creating a storage capacity of 115 acre-feet. Despite being unregulated by the state, the dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment score of 3.
Situated on McCarty Creek, this picturesque lake covers 6 acres with a drainage area of 217.6 square miles. Although it lacks outlet gates, the spillway width of 100 feet allows for controlled water release in case of heavy rainfall events. The dam, built with stone core and soil foundation, has not been rated for its condition, but its risk management measures are in place to address potential hazards.
Overall, Charles Wood Lake 2 serves as a vital resource for the local ecosystem, providing irrigation and habitat for various species of fish and wildlife. Its scenic location and ecological importance make it a valuable asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate and protect for future generations.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
1050 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
MCCARTY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
217.6 |
Nid Storage |
115 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Charles Wood Lake 2