Cedar Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cedar Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 87.2% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 955 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 955 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 58 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1991 |
| NID ID | MO30105 |
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
CEDAR LAKE DEVELOPMENT
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 CEDAR LAKE DEVELOPMENT (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 1974, making it 52 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: 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 37 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 Cedar Lake Dam last inspected?
Cedar Lake Dam was last inspected on April 9, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.