Bibb Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO NOIX CREEK· Pike, Missouri· Built 1955· Earth· 46 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Bibb Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 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	46 ft (taller than 93.2% in MO)
Dam Length	440 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	1.7K acre-ft
Normal Storage	73 acre-ft

Surface Area	8 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Max Discharge	321 cfs
Year Completed	1955 (71 years old)
Year Modified	1987
NID ID	MO10231

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: December 15, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Dam and Reservoir Safety Program

Ownership

PHILLIP BIBB & EARL BIBB

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bibb Lake Dam?

Bibb 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 Bibb Lake Dam?

Bibb Lake Dam is owned by PHILLIP BIBB & EARL BIBB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bibb Lake Dam built?

Bibb Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Bibb Lake Dam?

Bibb 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 Bibb Lake Dam?

Bibb Lake Dam has a dam height of 46 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 Bibb Lake Dam last inspected?

Bibb Lake Dam was last inspected on December 15, 2020. 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.