Hidden Lakes #5

Tributary of Lake Ozarks· Camden, Missouri· Built 1970· Earth· 53 ft tall
High Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Hidden Lakes #5 is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. 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 53 ft (taller than 95.9% in MO)
Dam Length160 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage9 acre-ft
Normal Storage7 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge7 cfs
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
Year Modified2011
NID IDMO40180

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: June 24, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Dam and Reservoir Safety Program

Ownership

TAN TAR A ESTATES COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hidden Lakes #5?

Hidden Lakes #5 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 Hidden Lakes #5?

Hidden Lakes #5 is owned by TAN TAR A ESTATES COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hidden Lakes #5 built?

Hidden Lakes #5 was completed in 1970, making it 56 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Hidden Lakes #5?

Hidden Lakes #5 has a dam height of 53 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 Hidden Lakes #5 last inspected?

Hidden Lakes #5 was last inspected on June 24, 2020. 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.