Raewood Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Raewood Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 190 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30848 |
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
RAEWOOD CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Raewood Lake Dam?
Raewood 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 Raewood Lake Dam?
Raewood Lake Dam is owned by RAEWOOD CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Raewood Lake Dam built?
Raewood Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Raewood Lake Dam?
Raewood Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Raewood Lake Dam?
Raewood Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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.