Lake Viking Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Viking Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 85 ft (taller than 99.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 25.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 590 acres |
| Drainage Area | 14 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 12,804 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10414 |
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
VIKING VALLEY ASSN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Viking Dam?
Lake Viking 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 Viking Dam?
Lake Viking Dam is owned by VIKING VALLEY ASSN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Viking Dam built?
Lake Viking Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Viking Dam?
Lake Viking Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Viking Dam?
Lake Viking Dam has a dam height of 85 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 Viking Dam last inspected?
Lake Viking Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.