Larry Baer Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mononame 821 Ken Buchheit Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Larry Baer Dam, located in Perry, Missouri, is a privately-owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1996, this earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet with a hydraulic height of 25 feet and a structural height of 30 feet. The dam spans 350 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 20 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 16 acre-feet. Situated on TR-Apple Creek, this dam serves as a recreational hotspot with a surface area of 3 acres and a drainage area of 38.4 square miles.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, Larry Baer Dam has not been formally rated for its condition but is inspected every 2 years. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 10 feet and has no outlet gates or associated structures. Despite not being state-regulated or permitted, the dam is not under the jurisdiction of any state regulatory agency. Overall, Larry Baer Dam stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management and climate resilience in enhancing recreational opportunities while minimizing potential risks.
Year Completed |
1996 |
Dam Length |
350 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-APPLE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
38.4 |
Nid Storage |
20 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
Larry Baer Dam