Lemons Gravel Dam

TRIB BLACKSHIRE CREEK· Stoddard, Missouri· 20 ft tall
High Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Lemons Gravel Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. 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 20 ft (taller than 7.1% in MO)
Max Storage21 acre-ft
Normal Storage13 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area40 sq mi
NID IDMO40104

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lemons Gravel Dam?

Lemons Gravel 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 Lemons Gravel Dam?

Lemons Gravel Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Lemons Gravel Dam?

Lemons Gravel Dam has a dam height of 20 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.