Lakewood-West Dam
Key Takeaway
Lakewood-West Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 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 | 84 ft (taller than 99.2% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 230 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 13,084 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1986 |
| NID ID | MO20242 |
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
LAKEWOOD POA, INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lakewood-West Dam?
Lakewood-West 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-West Dam?
Lakewood-West Dam is owned by LAKEWOOD POA, INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lakewood-West Dam built?
Lakewood-West Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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-West Dam?
Lakewood-West 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-West Dam?
Lakewood-West Dam has a dam height of 84 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-West Dam last inspected?
Lakewood-West Dam was last inspected on August 24, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.