Melody Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Melody Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 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 | 53 ft (taller than 95.9% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,070 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 510 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 510 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 42 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 132 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1994 |
| NID ID | MO30547 |
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
MELODY LAKE INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Melody Lake Dam?
Melody 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 Melody Lake Dam?
Melody Lake Dam is owned by MELODY LAKE INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Melody Lake Dam built?
Melody Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Melody Lake Dam?
Melody 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 Melody Lake Dam?
Melody Lake Dam has a dam height of 53 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 Melody Lake Dam last inspected?
Melody Lake Dam was last inspected on April 20, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.