Claysville Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Claysville Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 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 | 42 ft (taller than 91% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 273 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 273 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 575 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | MO12234 |
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
CLAYSVILLE HOA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Claysville Lake Dam?
Claysville 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 Claysville Lake Dam?
Claysville Lake Dam is owned by CLAYSVILLE HOA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Claysville Lake Dam built?
Claysville Lake Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Claysville Lake Dam?
Claysville 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 Claysville Lake Dam?
Claysville Lake Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Claysville Lake Dam last inspected?
Claysville Lake Dam was last inspected on February 24, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.