Golden Eagle Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Golden Eagle Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 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 | 33 ft (taller than 79.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 990 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 106 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,287 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10920 |
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
CLAYTON COMMODITY SERVIC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Golden Eagle Lake Dam?
Golden 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 Golden Eagle Lake Dam?
Golden Eagle Lake Dam is owned by CLAYTON COMMODITY SERVIC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Golden Eagle Lake Dam built?
Golden Eagle Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Golden Eagle Lake Dam?
Golden 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 Golden Eagle Lake Dam?
Golden Eagle Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Golden Eagle Lake Dam last inspected?
Golden Eagle Lake Dam was last inspected on June 25, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.