Lakewood-East Dam
Key Takeaway
Lakewood-East Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 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 | 75 ft (taller than 98.8% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 210 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,314 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20373 |
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
LAWKWOOD POA, INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lakewood-East Dam?
Lakewood-East 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 Lakewood-East Dam?
Lakewood-East Dam is owned by LAWKWOOD POA, INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lakewood-East Dam built?
Lakewood-East Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Lakewood-East Dam?
Lakewood-East 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 Lakewood-East Dam?
Lakewood-East Dam has a dam height of 75 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 Lakewood-East Dam last inspected?
Lakewood-East Dam was last inspected on August 24, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.