Lake Champetra Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Champetra Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 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 | 60 ft (taller than 97.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 47 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 772 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1985 |
| NID ID | MO30880 |
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
LAKE CHAMPETRA HOA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Champetra Dam?
Lake Champetra 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 Champetra Dam?
Lake Champetra Dam is owned by LAKE CHAMPETRA HOA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Champetra Dam built?
Lake Champetra Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Champetra Dam?
Lake Champetra 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 Champetra Dam?
Lake Champetra Dam has a dam height of 60 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 Champetra Dam last inspected?
Lake Champetra Dam was last inspected on May 25, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.