Bass Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bass Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 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 | 49 ft (taller than 94.7% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 37 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,162 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11224 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
BASS LK POA, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bass Lake Dam?
Bass Lake 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 Bass Lake Dam?
Bass Lake Dam is owned by BASS LK POA, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bass Lake Dam built?
Bass Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Bass Lake Dam?
Bass 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 Bass Lake Dam?
Bass Lake Dam has a dam height of 49 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 Bass Lake Dam last inspected?
Bass Lake Dam was last inspected on July 1, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.