Swiss Lake Estates Dam
Key Takeaway
Swiss Lake Estates Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 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 | 42 ft (taller than 91% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 667 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 520 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,281 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1987 |
| NID ID | MO30109 |
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
SWISS LAKES EST. HOMEOWN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Swiss Lake Estates Dam?
Swiss Lake Estates 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 Swiss Lake Estates Dam?
Swiss Lake Estates Dam is owned by SWISS LAKES EST. HOMEOWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Swiss Lake Estates Dam built?
Swiss Lake Estates Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Swiss Lake Estates Dam?
Swiss Lake Estates 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 Swiss Lake Estates Dam?
Swiss Lake Estates Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Swiss Lake Estates Dam last inspected?
Swiss Lake Estates Dam was last inspected on February 15, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.