Lake Kah-Tan-Da Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Kah-Tan-Da 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 | 56 ft (taller than 96.6% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 950 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 712 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30838 |
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
VINCE ADELMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Kah-Tan-Da Dam?
Lake Kah-Tan-Da 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 Kah-Tan-Da Dam?
Lake Kah-Tan-Da Dam is owned by VINCE ADELMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Kah-Tan-Da Dam built?
Lake Kah-Tan-Da 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 Kah-Tan-Da Dam?
Lake Kah-Tan-Da 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 Kah-Tan-Da Dam?
Lake Kah-Tan-Da Dam has a dam height of 56 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 Kah-Tan-Da Dam last inspected?
Lake Kah-Tan-Da Dam was last inspected on January 5, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.