Soendker Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Soendker Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 165 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11980 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
GEORGE SOENDKER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Soendker Lake Dam?
Soendker Lake 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 Soendker Lake Dam?
Soendker Lake Dam is owned by GEORGE SOENDKER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Soendker Lake Dam built?
Soendker Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Soendker Lake Dam?
Soendker Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Soendker Lake Dam?
Soendker Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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.