Dale Klosterman Lake Dam

Cole, Missouri· Built 1994· Earth· 39 ft tall
High Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Dale Klosterman Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. 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 39 ft (taller than 89% in MO)
Dam Length920 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage292 acre-ft
Normal Storage292 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1994 (32 years old)
Year Modified1993
NID IDMO31994

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: May 25, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Dam and Reservoir Safety Program

Ownership

DALE KLOSTERMAN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dale Klosterman Lake Dam?

Dale Klosterman 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 Dale Klosterman Lake Dam?

Dale Klosterman Lake Dam is owned by DALE KLOSTERMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dale Klosterman Lake Dam built?

Dale Klosterman Lake Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Dale Klosterman Lake Dam?

Dale Klosterman Lake Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Dale Klosterman Lake Dam last inspected?

Dale Klosterman Lake Dam was last inspected on May 25, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.