Claymont Woods Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Claymont Woods Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 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 | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 661 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10489 |
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
CLAYMONT WOODS ASSOC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Claymont Woods Lake Dam?
Claymont Woods 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 Claymont Woods Lake Dam?
Claymont Woods Lake Dam is owned by CLAYMONT WOODS ASSOC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Claymont Woods Lake Dam built?
Claymont Woods Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Claymont Woods Lake Dam?
Claymont Woods 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 Claymont Woods Lake Dam?
Claymont Woods 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.
When was Claymont Woods Lake Dam last inspected?
Claymont Woods Lake Dam was last inspected on June 2, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.