Forest Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Forest Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 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 | 66 ft (taller than 98.1% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 16.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 646 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 15,046 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1993 |
| NID ID | MO10128 |
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
CITY OF KIRKSVILLE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Forest Lake Dam?
Forest 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 Forest Lake Dam?
Forest Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF KIRKSVILLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Forest Lake Dam built?
Forest Lake Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Forest Lake Dam?
Forest Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Forest Lake Dam?
Forest Lake Dam has a dam height of 66 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 Forest Lake Dam last inspected?
Forest Lake Dam was last inspected on March 9, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.