Cedar Valley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cedar Valley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 201 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 190 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30113 |
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 VALLEY LAKE, INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cedar Valley Lake Dam?
Cedar Valley 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 Valley Lake Dam?
Cedar Valley Lake Dam is owned by CEDAR VALLEY LAKE, INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cedar Valley Lake Dam built?
Cedar Valley Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Valley Lake Dam?
Cedar Valley 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 Valley Lake Dam?
Cedar Valley Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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.