Snow Hollow Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Snow Hollow 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 | 41 ft (taller than 90.4% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 530 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 520 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 324 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,034 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30337 |
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
RUNGE PROPERTIES, INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Snow Hollow Lake Dam?
Snow Hollow 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 Snow Hollow Lake Dam?
Snow Hollow Lake Dam is owned by RUNGE PROPERTIES, INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Snow Hollow Lake Dam built?
Snow Hollow 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 Snow Hollow Lake Dam?
Snow Hollow 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 Snow Hollow Lake Dam?
Snow Hollow 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 Snow Hollow Lake Dam last inspected?
Snow Hollow Lake Dam was last inspected on August 12, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.