Sunset Lake Dam (Lake Ski Dam)
Key Takeaway
Sunset Lake Dam (Lake Ski Dam) is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 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 | 66 ft (taller than 98.1% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 65 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,781 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1994 |
| NID ID | MO31037 |
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
154 HOMEOWNERS ASSOC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sunset Lake Dam (Lake Ski Dam)?
Sunset Lake Dam (Lake Ski 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 Sunset Lake Dam (Lake Ski Dam)?
Sunset Lake Dam (Lake Ski Dam) is owned by 154 HOMEOWNERS ASSOC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sunset Lake Dam (Lake Ski Dam) built?
Sunset Lake Dam (Lake Ski Dam) was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Sunset Lake Dam (Lake Ski Dam)?
Sunset Lake Dam (Lake Ski 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 Sunset Lake Dam (Lake Ski Dam)?
Sunset Lake Dam (Lake Ski Dam) has a dam height of 66 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 Sunset Lake Dam (Lake Ski Dam) last inspected?
Sunset Lake Dam (Lake Ski Dam) was last inspected on September 15, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.