Langenberg Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Langenberg Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 34 ft (taller than 82.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 473 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 277 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 170 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31351 |
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
ARTHUR LANGENBERG
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Langenberg Lake Dam?
Langenberg 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 Langenberg Lake Dam?
Langenberg Lake Dam is owned by ARTHUR LANGENBERG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Langenberg Lake Dam built?
Langenberg Lake Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Langenberg Lake Dam?
Langenberg Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Langenberg Lake Dam?
Langenberg Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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.