Eagle Lake Dam

ESTABLISHMENT CREEK· Ste. Genevieve, Missouri· Built 1968· Earth· 47 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Eagle Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 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	47 ft (taller than 93.7% in MO)
Dam Length	670 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	1.8K acre-ft
Normal Storage	1.8K acre-ft

Surface Area	97 acres
Drainage Area	22 sq mi
Max Discharge	6,300 cfs
Year Completed	1968 (58 years old)
NID ID	MO30086

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: September 15, 2021

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Dam and Reservoir Safety Program

Ownership

154 HOMEOWNERS ASSOC.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Eagle Lake Dam?

Eagle 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 Eagle Lake Dam?

Eagle Lake Dam is owned by 154 HOMEOWNERS ASSOC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Eagle Lake Dam built?

Eagle Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Eagle Lake Dam?

Eagle 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 Eagle Lake Dam?

Eagle Lake Dam has a dam height of 47 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 Eagle Lake Dam last inspected?

Eagle Lake Dam was last inspected on September 15, 2021. 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.