Tom Smith Lake West
Key Takeaway
Tom Smith Lake West is classified as high hazard in Missouri. 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 | 50 ft (taller than 95% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 990 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 302 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 232 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | MO40176 |
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
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tom Smith Lake West?
Tom Smith Lake West 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 Tom Smith Lake West?
Tom Smith Lake West is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Tom Smith Lake West?
Tom Smith Lake West has a dam height of 50 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 Tom Smith Lake West last inspected?
Tom Smith Lake West was last inspected on October 27, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.