Brays Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Brays Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 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 | 79 ft (taller than 99% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 96 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,364 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1985 |
| NID ID | MO30098 |
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
JORDON LEPICH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brays Lake Dam?
Brays 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 Brays Lake Dam?
Brays Lake Dam is owned by JORDON LEPICH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brays Lake Dam built?
Brays Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Brays Lake Dam?
Brays 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 Brays Lake Dam?
Brays Lake Dam has a dam height of 79 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 Brays Lake Dam last inspected?
Brays Lake Dam was last inspected on August 29, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.