Sunrise Lake Upper Dam
Key Takeaway
Sunrise Lake Upper Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 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 | 37 ft (taller than 87.2% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 360 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,607 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1993 |
| NID ID | MO31190 |
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
SUNRISE LAKES TRUSTEES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sunrise Lake Upper Dam?
Sunrise Lake Upper 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 Sunrise Lake Upper Dam?
Sunrise Lake Upper Dam is owned by SUNRISE LAKES TRUSTEES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sunrise Lake Upper Dam built?
Sunrise Lake Upper Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Sunrise Lake Upper Dam?
Sunrise Lake Upper 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 Sunrise Lake Upper Dam?
Sunrise Lake Upper Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Sunrise Lake Upper Dam last inspected?
Sunrise Lake Upper Dam was last inspected on October 13, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.