Cardinal Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cardinal Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 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 | 44 ft (taller than 92% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 176 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 205 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1999 |
| NID ID | MO32060 |
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
INNSBROOK ESTATES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cardinal Lake Dam?
Cardinal 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 Cardinal Lake Dam?
Cardinal Lake Dam is owned by INNSBROOK ESTATES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cardinal Lake Dam built?
Cardinal Lake Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Cardinal Lake Dam?
Cardinal Lake Dam has a dam height of 44 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 Cardinal Lake Dam last inspected?
Cardinal Lake Dam was last inspected on October 14, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.