Lake Lacawanna Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Lacawanna Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 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 Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 195 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 18 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30280 |
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
MWR ENTERPRISES INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Lacawanna Dam?
Lake Lacawanna 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 Lacawanna Dam?
Lake Lacawanna Dam is owned by MWR ENTERPRISES INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Lacawanna Dam built?
Lake Lacawanna Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Lacawanna Dam?
Lake Lacawanna 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 Lacawanna Dam?
Lake Lacawanna Dam 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 Lacawanna Dam last inspected?
Lake Lacawanna Dam was last inspected on September 5, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.