Herbangie Lake Dam

TR-MIDDLE FORK SALT RIVER· Monroe, Missouri· Built 1966· Earth· 43 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Herbangie Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 43 ft (taller than 91.5% in MO)
Dam Length620 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage377 acre-ft
Normal Storage377 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge428 cfs
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDMO10047

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: April 5, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Dam and Reservoir Safety Program

Ownership

NE MO. FARM MGMT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Herbangie Lake Dam?

Herbangie 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 Herbangie Lake Dam?

Herbangie Lake Dam is owned by NE MO. FARM MGMT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Herbangie Lake Dam built?

Herbangie Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Herbangie Lake Dam?

Herbangie 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 Herbangie Lake Dam?

Herbangie 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 Herbangie Lake Dam last inspected?

Herbangie Lake Dam was last inspected on April 5, 2023. 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.