Casey Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Casey Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 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 | 36 ft (taller than 86.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 340 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30695 |
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
CASEY WOJCIECHOWSKI
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Casey Lake Dam?
Casey 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 Casey Lake Dam?
Casey Lake Dam is owned by CASEY WOJCIECHOWSKI (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Casey Lake Dam built?
Casey Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Casey Lake Dam?
Casey 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 Casey Lake Dam?
Casey Lake Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Casey Lake Dam last inspected?
Casey Lake Dam was last inspected on April 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.