Odd Fellows Home Lake
Key Takeaway
Odd Fellows Home Lake is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1890 and is 136 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 | 23 ft (taller than 18% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 440 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1890 (136 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11022 |
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
ODD FELLOWS HOME ASSOC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Odd Fellows Home Lake?
Odd Fellows Home Lake 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 Odd Fellows Home Lake?
Odd Fellows Home Lake is owned by ODD FELLOWS HOME ASSOC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Odd Fellows Home Lake built?
Odd Fellows Home Lake was completed in 1890, making it 136 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 Odd Fellows Home Lake?
Odd Fellows Home Lake 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 Odd Fellows Home Lake?
Odd Fellows Home Lake has a dam height of 23 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 Odd Fellows Home Lake last inspected?
Odd Fellows Home Lake was last inspected on May 8, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.