Lost Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lost Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 87.2% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 865 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 265 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 235 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10492 |
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
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lost Lake Dam?
Lost Lake 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 Lost Lake Dam?
Lost Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lost Lake Dam built?
Lost Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Lost Lake Dam?
Lost Lake 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 Lost Lake Dam?
Lost Lake Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Lost Lake Dam last inspected?
Lost Lake Dam was last inspected on April 7, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.