Lake Placid Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Placid Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 225 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 850 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30188 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LAKE PLACID RESORT INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Placid Dam?
Lake Placid Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Placid Dam?
Lake Placid Dam is owned by LAKE PLACID RESORT INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Placid Dam built?
Lake Placid Dam was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Placid Dam?
Lake Placid 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 Placid Dam?
Lake Placid Dam has a dam height of 30 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.