Cardetti Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cardetti Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 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 | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 187 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 170 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30257 |
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
JOSEPH CARDETTI
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cardetti Lake Dam?
Cardetti 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 Cardetti Lake Dam?
Cardetti Lake Dam is owned by JOSEPH CARDETTI (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cardetti Lake Dam built?
Cardetti Lake Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Cardetti Lake Dam?
Cardetti 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 Cardetti Lake Dam?
Cardetti Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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.