Trager Lake Dam East
Key Takeaway
Trager Lake Dam East is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is debris control. 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 | 18 ft (taller than 5.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 300 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11103 |
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
FRANK TRAGER,SR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Trager Lake Dam East?
Trager Lake Dam East 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 Trager Lake Dam East?
Trager Lake Dam East is owned by FRANK TRAGER,SR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Trager Lake Dam East built?
Trager Lake Dam East was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Trager Lake Dam East?
Trager Lake Dam East serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Trager Lake Dam East?
Trager Lake Dam East has a dam height of 18 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.