Heine Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Heine Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 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 | 20 ft (taller than 7.1% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 150 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20308 |
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
A L HEINE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Heine Lake Dam?
Heine 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 Heine Lake Dam?
Heine Lake Dam is owned by A L HEINE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Heine Lake Dam built?
Heine Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Heine Lake Dam?
Heine 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 Heine Lake Dam?
Heine Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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.