Laguna Palma Dam
Key Takeaway
Laguna Palma Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 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 | 26 ft (taller than 43.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 530 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 166 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4,530 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,413 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30404 |
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
HAROLD WHITMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Laguna Palma Dam?
Laguna Palma 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 Laguna Palma Dam?
Laguna Palma Dam is owned by HAROLD WHITMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Laguna Palma Dam built?
Laguna Palma Dam was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Laguna Palma Dam?
Laguna Palma 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 Laguna Palma Dam?
Laguna Palma Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Laguna Palma Dam last inspected?
Laguna Palma Dam was last inspected on May 2, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.