Cardon Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cardon Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 82.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 346 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 196 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 445 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31307 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WILDER L CARDEN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cardon Lake Dam?
Cardon Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Cardon Lake Dam?
Cardon Lake Dam is owned by WILDER L CARDEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cardon Lake Dam built?
Cardon 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 Cardon Lake Dam?
Cardon 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 Cardon Lake Dam?
Cardon Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Cardon Lake Dam last inspected?
Cardon Lake Dam was last inspected on January 1, 1991. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.