Christiansen Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Christiansen Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 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 | 19 ft (taller than 6.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 160 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20145 |
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
PAUL A. CHRISTIANSEN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Christiansen Lake Dam?
Christiansen 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 Christiansen Lake Dam?
Christiansen Lake Dam is owned by PAUL A. CHRISTIANSEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Christiansen Lake Dam built?
Christiansen Lake Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Christiansen Lake Dam?
Christiansen 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 Christiansen Lake Dam?
Christiansen Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Christiansen Lake Dam last inspected?
Christiansen Lake Dam was last inspected on July 25, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.