Lake Bar H Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Bar H Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 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 | 31 ft (taller than 73.7% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 232 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 190 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10025 |
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
TOM HICKERSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Bar H Dam?
Lake Bar H 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 Lake Bar H Dam?
Lake Bar H Dam is owned by TOM HICKERSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Bar H Dam built?
Lake Bar H Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Lake Bar H Dam?
Lake Bar H Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Bar H Dam?
Lake Bar H Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Lake Bar H Dam last inspected?
Lake Bar H Dam was last inspected on January 21, 1981. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.