Deer Run Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Deer Run Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 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 | 43 ft (taller than 91.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 559 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 481 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 39 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 8,392 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30486 |
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
DEER RUN PROPERTY OWNER'S ASSO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Deer Run Lake Dam?
Deer Run 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 Run Lake Dam?
Deer Run Lake Dam is owned by DEER RUN PROPERTY OWNER'S ASSO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deer Run Lake Dam built?
Deer Run Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Run Lake Dam?
Deer Run 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 Run Lake Dam?
Deer Run Lake Dam has a dam height of 43 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 Run Lake Dam last inspected?
Deer Run Lake Dam was last inspected on September 16, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.