Lake Stingray Dam

LABIDIE CREEK· Camden, Missouri· Built 2000· Earth· 64 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Stingray Dam is classified as significant hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 64 ft (taller than 97.8% in MO)
Dam Length700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.3K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.1K acre-ft
Surface Area50 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed2000 (26 years old)
Year Modified2001
NID IDMO32064

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Dam and Reservoir Safety Program

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Stingray Dam?

Lake Stingray Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lake Stingray Dam?

Lake Stingray Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Stingray Dam built?

Lake Stingray Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Stingray Dam?

Lake Stingray 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 Stingray Dam?

Lake Stingray Dam has a dam height of 64 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.

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.