Angel Lake Dam

TR-LICK FORK· Boone, Missouri· Built 1968· Earth· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Angel Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 59.6% in MO)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage124 acre-ft
Normal Storage56 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area55 sq mi
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDMO11574

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

WILLIAM SLY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Angel Lake Dam?

Angel Lake Dam 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 Angel Lake Dam?

Angel Lake Dam is owned by WILLIAM SLY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Angel Lake Dam built?

Angel Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Angel Lake Dam?

Angel Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Angel Lake Dam?

Angel Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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.