Floyd Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Floyd Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 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 | 21 ft (taller than 13.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 230 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30744 |
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
F W FLOYD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Floyd Lake Dam?
Floyd 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 Floyd Lake Dam?
Floyd Lake Dam is owned by F W FLOYD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Floyd Lake Dam built?
Floyd Lake Dam was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Floyd Lake Dam?
Floyd 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 Floyd Lake Dam?
Floyd Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Floyd Lake Dam last inspected?
Floyd Lake Dam was last inspected on July 18, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.