Bee Tree Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bee Tree Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 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 | 18 ft (taller than 5.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 180 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31378 |
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
ST. LOUIS COUNTY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bee Tree Lake Dam?
Bee Tree 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 Bee Tree Lake Dam?
Bee Tree Lake Dam is owned by ST. LOUIS COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bee Tree Lake Dam built?
Bee Tree Lake Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Bee Tree Lake Dam?
Bee Tree 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 Bee Tree Lake Dam?
Bee Tree Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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.