Kernodle Lake Dam #2
Key Takeaway
Kernodle Lake Dam #2 is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 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 | 29 ft (taller than 59.6% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 295 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 167 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 784 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20374 |
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
JOHN KERNODLE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kernodle Lake Dam #2?
Kernodle Lake Dam #2 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 Kernodle Lake Dam #2?
Kernodle Lake Dam #2 is owned by JOHN KERNODLE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kernodle Lake Dam #2 built?
Kernodle Lake Dam #2 was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Kernodle Lake Dam #2?
Kernodle Lake Dam #2 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 Kernodle Lake Dam #2?
Kernodle Lake Dam #2 has a dam height of 29 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 Kernodle Lake Dam #2 last inspected?
Kernodle Lake Dam #2 was last inspected on September 6, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.