Lake Carawood Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Carawood Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 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 | 34 ft (taller than 82.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 490 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 167 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 109 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 567 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1987 |
| NID ID | MO30107 |
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
JOSEPH CARAPELLA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Carawood Dam?
Lake Carawood 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 Carawood Dam?
Lake Carawood Dam is owned by JOSEPH CARAPELLA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Carawood Dam built?
Lake Carawood Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Carawood Dam?
Lake Carawood 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 Lake Carawood Dam?
Lake Carawood Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Carawood Dam last inspected?
Lake Carawood Dam was last inspected on January 22, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.