Lower Canyon Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lower Canyon Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 58 ft (taller than 97% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 809 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 43 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,868 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1987 |
| NID ID | MO31274 |
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
WILDWOOD LOT OWNERS ASOC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lower Canyon Lake Dam?
Lower Canyon 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 Lower Canyon Lake Dam?
Lower Canyon Lake Dam is owned by WILDWOOD LOT OWNERS ASOC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lower Canyon Lake Dam built?
Lower Canyon Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Lower Canyon Lake Dam?
Lower Canyon 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 Lower Canyon Lake Dam?
Lower Canyon Lake Dam has a dam height of 58 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 Lower Canyon Lake Dam last inspected?
Lower Canyon Lake Dam was last inspected on September 29, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.