Peaceful Valley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Peaceful Valley Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 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 | 64 ft (taller than 97.8% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 164 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 9,853 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1987 |
| NID ID | MO30196 |
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
PEACEFUL VALLEY POA
Private
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Significant Hazard 63 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Peaceful Valley Lake Dam?
Peaceful 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 Peaceful Valley Lake Dam?
Peaceful Valley Lake Dam is owned by PEACEFUL VALLEY POA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Peaceful Valley Lake Dam built?
Peaceful Valley Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Peaceful Valley Lake Dam?
Peaceful Valley 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 Peaceful Valley Lake Dam?
Peaceful Valley Lake Dam has a dam height of 64 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 Peaceful Valley Lake Dam last inspected?
Peaceful Valley Lake Dam was last inspected on December 28, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.