Hinton Lake Dam No 1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Hinton Lake Dam No 1, located in Warsaw, Missouri, was completed in 1974 and serves multiple purposes including grade stabilization and irrigation.


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Summary

This privately-owned earth dam stands at 24 feet high and spans 530 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 73 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-DEER CREEK and is under the jurisdiction of the Kansas City District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Hinton Lake Dam No 1 is considered to have a moderate risk level, with a risk assessment rating of 3. The dam has not been inspected or assessed for its condition, and there are no emergency action plans in place. With a spillway width of 30 feet and a maximum discharge of 84 cubic feet per second, the dam's structural integrity and safety measures should be regularly monitored and updated to mitigate potential risks and ensure the safety of surrounding communities and water resources.

Enthusiasts of water resources and climate change should take note of Hinton Lake Dam No 1 as it represents a critical infrastructure for water management in the region. Its design and purpose play a significant role in maintaining the stability of the area and supporting agricultural activities through irrigation. However, the lack of regulatory oversight and inspection frequency raise concerns about the dam's long-term sustainability and the need for proactive risk management measures to address potential hazards and ensure its continued functionality for the future.

Year Completed

1974

Dam Length

530

Dam Height

23

River Or Stream

TR-DEER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2

Hydraulic Height

22

Drainage Area

19.2

Nid Storage

73

Structural Height

24

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

24
       
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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.