Pine Tree Lake West Dam
Key Takeaway
Pine Tree Lake West Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 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 | 28 ft (taller than 54.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 40 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30995 |
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
AM ENTERPRISES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pine Tree Lake West Dam?
Pine Tree Lake West 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 Pine Tree Lake West Dam?
Pine Tree Lake West Dam is owned by AM ENTERPRISES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pine Tree Lake West Dam built?
Pine Tree Lake West Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Pine Tree Lake West Dam?
Pine Tree Lake West 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 Pine Tree Lake West Dam?
Pine Tree Lake West Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Pine Tree Lake West Dam last inspected?
Pine Tree Lake West Dam was last inspected on June 23, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.