Roemer'S Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Roemer'S Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 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 | 37 ft (taller than 87.2% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 347 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 277 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10731 |
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
ROEMER FAMILY LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Roemer'S Lake Dam?
Roemer'S 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 Roemer'S Lake Dam?
Roemer'S Lake Dam is owned by ROEMER FAMILY LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Roemer'S Lake Dam built?
Roemer'S Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Roemer'S Lake Dam?
Roemer'S Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Roemer'S Lake Dam?
Roemer'S Lake Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Roemer'S Lake Dam last inspected?
Roemer'S Lake Dam was last inspected on April 28, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.