Goose Creek Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Goose Creek Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 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 | 139 ft (taller than 99.8% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,070 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 13.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 379 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 18,225 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31743 |
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
GOOSE CREEK LAKE TRUSTEES, INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Goose Creek Lake Dam?
Goose Creek 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 Goose Creek Lake Dam?
Goose Creek Lake Dam is owned by GOOSE CREEK LAKE TRUSTEES, INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Goose Creek Lake Dam built?
Goose Creek Lake Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Goose Creek Lake Dam?
Goose Creek 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 Goose Creek Lake Dam?
Goose Creek Lake Dam has a dam height of 139 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 Goose Creek Lake Dam last inspected?
Goose Creek Lake Dam was last inspected on June 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.