Easterday Dam

TR-SMITH BRANCH· Montgomery, Missouri· Built 1955· Earth· 34 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Easterday Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 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	34 ft (taller than 82.3% in MO)
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	437 acre-ft
Normal Storage	77 acre-ft

Surface Area	24 acres
Drainage Area	160 sq mi
Year Completed	1955 (71 years old)
NID ID	MO10950

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: No

Last Inspection: June 25, 1979

State Regulated: No

Ownership

EASTERDAY ESTATE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Easterday Dam?

Easterday 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 Easterday Dam?

Easterday Dam is owned by EASTERDAY ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Easterday Dam built?

Easterday Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Easterday Dam?

Easterday 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 Easterday Dam?

Easterday Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Easterday Dam last inspected?

Easterday Dam was last inspected on June 25, 1979. 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.