Hedges Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hedges 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 | 43 ft (taller than 91.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 305 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,764 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1991 |
| NID ID | MO11547 |
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
SUNDANCE RANCH, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hedges Lake Dam?
Hedges 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 Hedges Lake Dam?
Hedges Lake Dam is owned by SUNDANCE RANCH, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hedges Lake Dam built?
Hedges 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 Hedges Lake Dam?
Hedges Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hedges Lake Dam?
Hedges Lake Dam has a dam height of 43 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 Hedges Lake Dam last inspected?
Hedges Lake Dam was last inspected on March 23, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.