Lakenan Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lakenan Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. 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 | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 190 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31066 |
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
JAMES M LAKENAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lakenan Lake Dam?
Lakenan Lake 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 Lakenan Lake Dam?
Lakenan Lake Dam is owned by JAMES M LAKENAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lakenan Lake Dam built?
Lakenan Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Lakenan Lake Dam?
Lakenan Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lakenan Lake Dam?
Lakenan Lake 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.
When was Lakenan Lake Dam last inspected?
Lakenan Lake Dam was last inspected on December 19, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.