Bridgewater Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bridgewater Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. 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 | 32 ft (taller than 76.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Max Storage | 235 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 575 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | MO32091 |
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
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bridgewater Lake Dam?
Bridgewater 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 Bridgewater Lake Dam?
Bridgewater Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bridgewater Lake Dam built?
Bridgewater Lake Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Bridgewater Lake Dam?
Bridgewater Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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.