Lepich Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lepich Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2018 and is 8 years old. 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 | 40 ft (taller than 89.7% in MO) |
| Year Completed | 2018 (8 years old) |
| NID ID | MO40209 |
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
Private
Nearby Dams
Scott's Pond Dam
Phelps, MO
High Hazard 21 ftBrays Lake Dam
Phelps, MO
High Hazard 79 ftBoyd Lake Dam
Phelps, MO
Low Hazard 25 ftMcnulty Lake Dam
Phelps, MO
High Hazard 34 ftAllison & Haas Lake Dam
Dent, MO
Low Hazard 22 ftBlues Pond Dam
Phelps, MO
High Hazard 23 ftAshby Lake Dam
Phelps, MO
Low Hazard 30 ftBubbling Springs Dam
Dent, MO
High Hazard 23 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lepich Lake Dam?
Lepich 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 Lepich Lake Dam?
Lepich Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lepich Lake Dam built?
Lepich Lake Dam was completed in 2018, making it 8 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Lepich Lake Dam?
Lepich Lake Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Lepich Lake Dam last inspected?
Lepich Lake Dam was last inspected on August 29, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.