Meadow Lake Estates Dam

BUSCH CREEK· Franklin, Missouri· Built 1992· 30 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Meadow Lake Estates Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 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 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO)
Dam Length350 ft
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area50 sq mi
Year Completed1992 (34 years old)
NID IDMO32076

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
Last Inspection: June 18, 2002
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Meadow Lake Estates Dam?

Meadow Lake Estates 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 Meadow Lake Estates Dam?

Meadow Lake Estates Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Meadow Lake Estates Dam built?

Meadow Lake Estates Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Meadow Lake Estates Dam?

Meadow Lake Estates 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 Meadow Lake Estates Dam?

Meadow Lake Estates 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.

When was Meadow Lake Estates Dam last inspected?

Meadow Lake Estates Dam was last inspected on June 18, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.