Cameron Reservoir #2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Cameron Reservoir #2 Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 38 ft (taller than 88.1% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 445 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 387 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 251 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,972 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10169 |
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 Reservoir #2 Dam?
Cameron Reservoir #2 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 Reservoir #2 Dam?
Cameron Reservoir #2 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 Reservoir #2 Dam built?
Cameron Reservoir #2 Dam was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Reservoir #2 Dam?
Cameron Reservoir #2 Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cameron Reservoir #2 Dam?
Cameron Reservoir #2 Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Reservoir #2 Dam last inspected?
Cameron Reservoir #2 Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.