Boone Trail Farm Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Boone Trail Farm Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 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 | 28 ft (taller than 54.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 374 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 206 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 310 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30511 |
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
MATERIAL HAULING CO.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Boone Trail Farm Lake Dam?
Boone Trail Farm 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 Boone Trail Farm Lake Dam?
Boone Trail Farm Lake Dam is owned by MATERIAL HAULING CO. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Boone Trail Farm Lake Dam built?
Boone Trail Farm Lake Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Boone Trail Farm Lake Dam?
Boone Trail Farm 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 Boone Trail Farm Lake Dam?
Boone Trail Farm Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Boone Trail Farm Lake Dam last inspected?
Boone Trail Farm Lake Dam was last inspected on May 30, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.