Hickory Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hickory Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Missouri. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 87.2% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 594 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 507 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 44 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,326 cfs |
| Year Modified | 2013 |
| NID ID | MO32042 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
AUGUSTA SHORES OWNERS ASSOC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hickory Lake Dam?
Hickory Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Hickory Lake Dam?
Hickory Lake Dam is owned by AUGUSTA SHORES OWNERS ASSOC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Hickory Lake Dam?
Hickory Lake Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Hickory Lake Dam last inspected?
Hickory Lake Dam was last inspected on September 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.