Lake Kah-Tan-Da No.3
Key Takeaway
Lake Kah-Tan-Da No.3 is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 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 Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 764 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 415 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 42 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,207 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31071 |
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 KAH-TAN-DA EST,INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Kah-Tan-Da No.3?
Lake Kah-Tan-Da No.3 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 No.3?
Lake Kah-Tan-Da No.3 is owned by LAKE KAH-TAN-DA EST,INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Kah-Tan-Da No.3 built?
Lake Kah-Tan-Da No.3 was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 No.3?
Lake Kah-Tan-Da No.3 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 No.3?
Lake Kah-Tan-Da No.3 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 Kah-Tan-Da No.3 last inspected?
Lake Kah-Tan-Da No.3 was last inspected on September 27, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.