Moon Valley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Moon Valley Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 18 ft (taller than 5.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,100 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11597 |
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
E.L. ROGERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Moon Valley Lake Dam?
Moon Valley 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 Moon Valley Lake Dam?
Moon Valley Lake Dam is owned by E.L. ROGERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Moon Valley Lake Dam built?
Moon Valley 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 Moon Valley Lake Dam?
Moon Valley Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Moon Valley Lake Dam?
Moon Valley Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Moon Valley Lake Dam last inspected?
Moon Valley Lake Dam was last inspected on March 11, 1981. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.