Lake Kal-Tatri

RIVER AUX VASES· Ste. Genevieve, Missouri· Built 1966· Earth· 26 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Kal-Tatri 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 26 ft (taller than 43.5% in MO)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage139 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area1,798 sq mi
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDMO31039

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 1, 1978
State Regulated: No

Ownership

MR. JOHN KALICAK

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Kal-Tatri?

Lake Kal-Tatri 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 Kal-Tatri?

Lake Kal-Tatri is owned by MR. JOHN KALICAK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Kal-Tatri built?

Lake Kal-Tatri 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 Kal-Tatri?

Lake Kal-Tatri 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 Kal-Tatri?

Lake Kal-Tatri has a dam height of 26 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 Kal-Tatri last inspected?

Lake Kal-Tatri was last inspected on September 1, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.