Cedar Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cedar Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 18% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 498 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 243 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 12 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30006 |
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
DON BOYD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cedar Lake Dam?
Cedar 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 Cedar Lake Dam?
Cedar Lake Dam is owned by DON BOYD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cedar Lake Dam built?
Cedar Lake Dam was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Cedar Lake Dam?
Cedar Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cedar Lake Dam?
Cedar Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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.