Raeker Lake Dam

RED OAK CREEK· Gasconade, Missouri· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Raeker Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 7.1% in MO)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage193 acre-ft
Normal Storage120 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area300 sq mi
NID IDMO31911

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

MR. BOB RAEKER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Raeker Lake Dam?

Raeker Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Raeker Lake Dam?

Raeker Lake Dam is owned by MR. BOB RAEKER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Raeker Lake Dam?

Raeker 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 Raeker Lake Dam?

Raeker Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.