Hammond Lake Dam

TRIB. TO DRAFFEN BRANCH· Cooper, Missouri· Built 1985· Earth· 48 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Hammond Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 48 ft (taller than 94.2% in MO)
Dam Length520 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage816 acre-ft
Normal Storage816 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge5 cfs
Year Completed1985 (41 years old)
Year Modified1986
NID IDMO12207

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 9, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Dam and Reservoir Safety Program

Ownership

WANDA LUSTER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hammond Lake Dam?

Hammond Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Hammond Lake Dam?

Hammond Lake Dam is owned by WANDA LUSTER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hammond Lake Dam built?

Hammond Lake Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Hammond Lake Dam?

Hammond Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hammond Lake Dam?

Hammond Lake Dam has a dam height of 48 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 Hammond Lake Dam last inspected?

Hammond Lake Dam was last inspected on December 9, 2021. 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.