Sycamore Valley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sycamore Valley Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2012 and is 14 years old. 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 | 67 ft (taller than 98.1% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 90 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2012 (14 years old) |
| NID ID | MO40166 |
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
SYCAMORE VALLEY LAKE, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sycamore Valley Lake Dam?
Sycamore Valley 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 Sycamore Valley Lake Dam?
Sycamore Valley Lake Dam is owned by SYCAMORE VALLEY LAKE, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sycamore Valley Lake Dam built?
Sycamore Valley Lake Dam was completed in 2012, making it 14 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Sycamore Valley Lake Dam?
Sycamore Valley Lake Dam has a dam height of 67 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 Sycamore Valley Lake Dam last inspected?
Sycamore Valley Lake Dam was last inspected on April 5, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.