Lac Piete Dam

TR STINSON CREEK· Callaway, Missouri· Built 1967· Earth· 22 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lac Piete Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 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	22 ft (taller than 14.9% in MO)
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	35 acre-ft
Normal Storage	17 acre-ft

Surface Area	3 acres
Drainage Area	34 sq mi
Year Completed	1967 (59 years old)
NID ID	MO10886

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: No

Last Inspection: September 13, 1978

State Regulated: No

Ownership

CHRISTOPHER SUBDIVISION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lac Piete Dam?

Lac Piete 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 Piete Dam?

Lac Piete Dam is owned by CHRISTOPHER SUBDIVISION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lac Piete Dam built?

Lac Piete Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Piete Dam?

Lac Piete 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 Piete Dam?

Lac Piete Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Lac Piete Dam last inspected?

Lac Piete Dam was last inspected on September 13, 1978. 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.