Tom Smith South Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tom Smith South Lake Dam 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 | 57 ft (taller than 96.8% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 770 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 651 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 546 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | MO40175 |
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 South Lake Dam?
Tom Smith South 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 Tom Smith South Lake Dam?
Tom Smith South Lake Dam 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 South Lake Dam?
Tom Smith South Lake Dam has a dam height of 57 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 South Lake Dam last inspected?
Tom Smith South Lake Dam was last inspected on October 27, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.