Lamar Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lamar Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 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 | 26 ft (taller than 43.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 150 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3,100 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20002 |
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
CITY OF LAMAR
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lamar Lake Dam?
Lamar 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 Lamar Lake Dam?
Lamar Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF LAMAR (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lamar Lake Dam built?
Lamar Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Lamar Lake Dam?
Lamar Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lamar Lake Dam?
Lamar Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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.