Baumgartner Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Baumgartner Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 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 | 62 ft (taller than 97.6% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 742 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 437 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,197 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1993 |
| NID ID | MO12278 |
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
JAMES BAUMGARTNER
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Baumgartner Lake Dam?
Baumgartner 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 Baumgartner Lake Dam?
Baumgartner Lake Dam is owned by JAMES BAUMGARTNER (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Baumgartner Lake Dam built?
Baumgartner Lake Dam was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Baumgartner Lake Dam?
Baumgartner 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 Baumgartner Lake Dam?
Baumgartner Lake Dam has a dam height of 62 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 Baumgartner Lake Dam last inspected?
Baumgartner Lake Dam was last inspected on November 8, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.