Lake Forest Estates Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Forest Estates Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 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 | 38 ft (taller than 88.1% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 533 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31389 |
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
ROBERT MENKHUS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Forest Estates Dam?
Lake Forest Estates 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 Forest Estates Dam?
Lake Forest Estates Dam is owned by ROBERT MENKHUS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Forest Estates Dam built?
Lake Forest Estates Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Forest Estates Dam?
Lake Forest Estates 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 Forest Estates Dam?
Lake Forest Estates Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Forest Estates Dam last inspected?
Lake Forest Estates Dam was last inspected on December 6, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.