Cameron #3 Dam
Key Takeaway
Cameron #3 Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 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 | 33 ft (taller than 79.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 833 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 87 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3,391 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10170 |
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
CITY OF CAMERON
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Cameron #3 Dam?
Cameron #3 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 Cameron #3 Dam?
Cameron #3 Dam is owned by CITY OF CAMERON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cameron #3 Dam built?
Cameron #3 Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Cameron #3 Dam?
Cameron #3 Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cameron #3 Dam?
Cameron #3 Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Cameron #3 Dam last inspected?
Cameron #3 Dam was last inspected on July 5, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.