Silver Mines Lake Resort Dam
Key Takeaway
Silver Mines Lake Resort Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1933 and is 93 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 | 70 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1933 (93 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30617 |
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
SILVER MINES LAKE RESORT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Silver Mines Lake Resort Dam?
Silver Mines Lake Resort 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 Mines Lake Resort Dam?
Silver Mines Lake Resort Dam is owned by SILVER MINES LAKE RESORT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Silver Mines Lake Resort Dam built?
Silver Mines Lake Resort Dam was completed in 1933, making it 93 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 Mines Lake Resort Dam?
Silver Mines Lake Resort 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 Mines Lake Resort Dam?
Silver Mines Lake Resort 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.