Silver Creek Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Silver Creek Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 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 | 41 ft (taller than 90.4% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,447 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31846 |
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
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Silver Creek Lake Dam?
Silver Creek 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 Silver Creek Lake Dam?
Silver Creek Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Silver Creek Lake Dam built?
Silver Creek Lake Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Silver Creek Lake Dam?
Silver Creek 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 Silver Creek Lake Dam?
Silver Creek Lake Dam has a dam height of 41 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 Silver Creek Lake Dam last inspected?
Silver Creek Lake Dam was last inspected on July 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.