Ivy Wall Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Ivy Wall Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 15 ft (taller than 1.7% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 100 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20435 |
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
IVY WALL NURSERY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ivy Wall Lake Dam?
Ivy Wall 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 Ivy Wall Lake Dam?
Ivy Wall Lake Dam is owned by IVY WALL NURSERY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ivy Wall Lake Dam built?
Ivy Wall Lake Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Ivy Wall Lake Dam?
Ivy Wall Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ivy Wall Lake Dam?
Ivy Wall Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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.