Hudson Lake Dam (Shallow)

TR CEDAR FORK· Perry, Missouri· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Debris Control Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Hudson Lake Dam (Shallow) is classified as low hazard in Missouri. Its primary use is debris control.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage54 acre-ft
Normal Storage25 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area230 sq mi
NID IDMO31213

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

MARVIN HUDSON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hudson Lake Dam (Shallow)?

Hudson Lake Dam (Shallow) is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Hudson Lake Dam (Shallow)?

Hudson Lake Dam (Shallow) is owned by MARVIN HUDSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hudson Lake Dam (Shallow)?

Hudson Lake Dam (Shallow) serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hudson Lake Dam (Shallow)?

Hudson Lake Dam (Shallow) has a dam height of 25 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.