Bloodland Lake

Roubidoux-Smith Branch Tr· Pulaski, Missouri· Built 1972· Earth· 38 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Fish And Wildlife Pond Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Bloodland Lake is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 38 ft (taller than 88.1% in MO)
Dam Length1,812 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage365 acre-ft
Normal Storage261 acre-ft
Surface Area41 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1972 (54 years old)
Year Modified1980
NID IDMO31753

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: August 2, 2023
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Fort Leonard Wood

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bloodland Lake?

Bloodland Lake is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Bloodland Lake?

Bloodland Lake is owned by Fort Leonard Wood (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bloodland Lake built?

Bloodland Lake 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 Bloodland Lake?

Bloodland Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Bloodland Lake?

Bloodland Lake has a dam height of 38 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 Bloodland Lake last inspected?

Bloodland Lake was last inspected on August 2, 2023. 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.