Deer Hollow Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Deer Hollow Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 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 | 78 ft (taller than 98.9% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 167 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 143 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 698 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11379 |
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
HOPE ED. & RESEARCH CTR.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Deer Hollow Lake Dam?
Deer Hollow 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 Deer Hollow Lake Dam?
Deer Hollow Lake Dam is owned by HOPE ED. & RESEARCH CTR. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deer Hollow Lake Dam built?
Deer Hollow Lake Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Deer Hollow Lake Dam?
Deer Hollow 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 Deer Hollow Lake Dam?
Deer Hollow Lake Dam has a dam height of 78 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 Deer Hollow Lake Dam last inspected?
Deer Hollow Lake Dam was last inspected on January 11, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.