Morse Mill Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Morse Mill Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. 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 | 52 ft (taller than 95.7% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 582 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 485 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | MO40140 |
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
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Morse Mill Lake Dam?
Morse Mill 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 Morse Mill Lake Dam?
Morse Mill Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Morse Mill Lake Dam built?
Morse Mill Lake Dam was completed in 2006, making it 20 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Morse Mill Lake Dam?
Morse Mill Lake Dam has a dam height of 52 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 Morse Mill Lake Dam last inspected?
Morse Mill Lake Dam was last inspected on February 10, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.