Baudendistel Dam

TRIB TO MO· Franklin, Missouri· Built 2000· Earth· 48 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Baudendistel Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 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	48 ft (taller than 94.2% in MO)
Dam Length	620 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	241 acre-ft
Normal Storage	170 acre-ft

Surface Area	12 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Max Discharge	331 cfs
Year Completed	2000 (26 years old)
Year Modified	2000
NID ID	MO32063

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: Yes

Last Inspection: June 22, 2021

What is the hazard classification of Baudendistel Dam?

Baudendistel 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 Baudendistel Dam?

Baudendistel Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Baudendistel Dam built?

Baudendistel Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Baudendistel Dam?

Baudendistel 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 Baudendistel Dam?

Baudendistel Dam has a dam height of 48 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 Baudendistel Dam last inspected?

Baudendistel Dam was last inspected on June 22, 2021. 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.