Sugar Hollow Dam
Key Takeaway
Sugar Hollow Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 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 | 43 ft (taller than 91.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 326 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 178 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 168 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1987 |
| NID ID | MO30522 |
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
LAKE SHERWOOD ESTATES HOA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sugar Hollow Dam?
Sugar Hollow 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 Sugar Hollow Dam?
Sugar Hollow Dam is owned by LAKE SHERWOOD ESTATES HOA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sugar Hollow Dam built?
Sugar Hollow Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Sugar Hollow Dam?
Sugar Hollow 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 Sugar Hollow Dam?
Sugar Hollow Dam has a dam height of 43 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 Sugar Hollow Dam last inspected?
Sugar Hollow Dam was last inspected on March 29, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.