B & K Lake No. 2 Dam

TR TO LOST CREEK· Warren, Missouri· Built 1963· Earth· 32 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

B & K Lake No. 2 Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 76.3% in MO)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage86 acre-ft
Normal Storage39 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area25 sq mi
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)
NID IDMO11002

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 20, 1979
State Regulated: No

Ownership

B&K CONST.CO

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of B & K Lake No. 2 Dam?

B & K Lake No. 2 Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates B & K Lake No. 2 Dam?

B & K Lake No. 2 Dam is owned by B&K CONST.CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was B & K Lake No. 2 Dam built?

B & K Lake No. 2 Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 B & K Lake No. 2 Dam?

B & K Lake No. 2 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 B & K Lake No. 2 Dam?

B & K Lake No. 2 Dam has a dam height of 32 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.

When was B & K Lake No. 2 Dam last inspected?

B & K Lake No. 2 Dam was last inspected on August 20, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.