City Park Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
City Park Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1941 and is 85 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 | 53 ft (taller than 95.9% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 159 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 159 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 263 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1941 (85 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1990 |
| NID ID | MO30588 |
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
CITY OF SULLIVAN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of City Park Lake Dam?
City Park 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 City Park Lake Dam?
City Park Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF SULLIVAN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was City Park Lake Dam built?
City Park Lake Dam was completed in 1941, making it 85 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 City Park Lake Dam?
City Park 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 City Park Lake Dam?
City Park Lake Dam has a dam height of 53 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 City Park Lake Dam last inspected?
City Park Lake Dam was last inspected on October 4, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.