Roth Lake and Dam

Saline Creek· Ste. Genevieve, Missouri· Built 2016· 59 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Roth Lake and Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2016 and is 10 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 59 ft (taller than 97.3% in MO)
Dam Length375 ft
Max Storage53 acre-ft
Normal Storage41 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge5 cfs
Year Completed2016 (10 years old)
NID IDMO40201

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
Last Inspection: September 9, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Dam and Reservoir Safety Program

Ownership

Stanford Roth

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Roth Lake and Dam?

Roth Lake and 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 Roth Lake and Dam?

Roth Lake and Dam is owned by Stanford Roth (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Roth Lake and Dam built?

Roth Lake and Dam was completed in 2016, making it 10 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Roth Lake and Dam?

Roth Lake and Dam has a dam height of 59 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 Roth Lake and Dam last inspected?

Roth Lake and Dam was last inspected on September 9, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.