Lorelei Lake #2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Lorelei Lake #2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 51 ft (taller than 95.4% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11999 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LAKE LORELEI HOA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lorelei Lake #2 Dam?
Lorelei Lake #2 Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lorelei Lake #2 Dam?
Lorelei Lake #2 Dam is owned by LAKE LORELEI HOA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lorelei Lake #2 Dam built?
Lorelei Lake #2 Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Lorelei Lake #2 Dam?
Lorelei Lake #2 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 Lorelei Lake #2 Dam?
Lorelei Lake #2 Dam has a dam height of 51 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 Lorelei Lake #2 Dam last inspected?
Lorelei Lake #2 Dam was last inspected on December 1, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.