Phantom Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Phantom Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. 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 | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 28 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11096 |
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
ROBERT A HIBBERD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Phantom Lake Dam?
Phantom 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 Phantom Lake Dam?
Phantom Lake Dam is owned by ROBERT A HIBBERD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Phantom Lake Dam built?
Phantom Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Phantom Lake Dam?
Phantom Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Phantom Lake Dam?
Phantom Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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.