Rustic Hills Resort Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Rustic Hills Resort Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 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 | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 100 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30458 |
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
RUSTIC HILLS RESORT LTD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rustic Hills Resort Lake Dam?
Rustic Hills Resort 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 Rustic Hills Resort Lake Dam?
Rustic Hills Resort Lake Dam is owned by RUSTIC HILLS RESORT LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rustic Hills Resort Lake Dam built?
Rustic Hills Resort Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Rustic Hills Resort Lake Dam?
Rustic Hills Resort 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 Rustic Hills Resort Lake Dam?
Rustic Hills Resort Lake 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.