Love Lake Dam

TR-SUGAR CREEK· Pike, Missouri· Built 1952· Earth· 30 ft tall

High Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Love Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 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	30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO)
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	160 acre-ft
Normal Storage	67 acre-ft

Surface Area	10 acres
Drainage Area	150 sq mi
Year Completed	1952 (74 years old)
NID ID	MO10276

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

LLOYD LOVE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Love Lake Dam?

Love 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 Love Lake Dam?

Love Lake Dam is owned by LLOYD LOVE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Love Lake Dam built?

Love Lake Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Love Lake Dam?

Love 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 Love Lake Dam?

Love Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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.