Lake of The Pines Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake of The Pines Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 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 | 33 ft (taller than 79.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 840 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 963 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 665 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 39 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,171 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,409 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31109 |
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
BOBBY TURNER
Private
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High Hazard 34 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake of The Pines Dam?
Lake of The Pines 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 of The Pines Dam?
Lake of The Pines Dam is owned by BOBBY TURNER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake of The Pines Dam built?
Lake of The Pines Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 of The Pines Dam?
Lake of The Pines 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 of The Pines Dam?
Lake of The Pines Dam has a dam height of 33 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 of The Pines Dam last inspected?
Lake of The Pines Dam was last inspected on January 24, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.