Steffan Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Steffan Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. 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 | 34 ft (taller than 82.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 758 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 65 acres |
| Drainage Area | 280 sq mi |
| NID ID | MO11188 |
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
BELL INVESTMENT COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Steffan Lake Dam?
Steffan 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 Steffan Lake Dam?
Steffan Lake Dam is owned by BELL INVESTMENT COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Steffan Lake Dam?
Steffan 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 Steffan Lake Dam?
Steffan Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Steffan Lake Dam last inspected?
Steffan Lake Dam was last inspected on September 11, 1987. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.