Burnett Lake Dam

TR-HINDMAN CREEK· Scott, Missouri· Built 1975· Earth· 28 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Burnett Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 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	105 acre-ft
Normal Storage	25 acre-ft

Surface Area	7 acres
Drainage Area	110 sq mi
Year Completed	1975 (51 years old)
NID ID	MO40069

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: No

Last Inspection: December 2, 1980

State Regulated: No

Ownership

THOMAS BURNETT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Burnett Lake Dam?

Burnett 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 Burnett Lake Dam?

Burnett Lake Dam is owned by THOMAS BURNETT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Burnett Lake Dam built?

Burnett Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Burnett Lake Dam?

Burnett 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 Burnett Lake Dam?

Burnett 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 Burnett Lake Dam last inspected?

Burnett Lake Dam was last inspected on December 2, 1980. 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.