Donze Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Donze Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 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 | 32 ft (taller than 76.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 479 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 340 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 745 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30171 |
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
ALVIN DONZE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Donze Lake Dam?
Donze 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 Donze Lake Dam?
Donze Lake Dam is owned by ALVIN DONZE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Donze Lake Dam built?
Donze Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Donze Lake Dam?
Donze 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 Donze Lake Dam?
Donze Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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.