Lac Calista Dam
Key Takeaway
Lac Calista Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 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 | 33 ft (taller than 79.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 95 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31177 |
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
TERRE DU LAC LAKE DULP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lac Calista Dam?
Lac Calista 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 Lac Calista Dam?
Lac Calista Dam is owned by TERRE DU LAC LAKE DULP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lac Calista Dam built?
Lac Calista Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Lac Calista Dam?
Lac Calista 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 Lac Calista Dam?
Lac Calista Dam has a dam height of 33 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.