Treeline Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Treeline Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 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 | 40 ft (taller than 89.7% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 735 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 580 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 580 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 353 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1993 |
| NID ID | MO31606 |
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
FOUR SEASONS LAKE SITES
Private
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High Hazard 51 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Treeline Lake Dam?
Treeline 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 Treeline Lake Dam?
Treeline Lake Dam is owned by FOUR SEASONS LAKE SITES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Treeline Lake Dam built?
Treeline Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Treeline Lake Dam?
Treeline Lake 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 Treeline Lake Dam?
Treeline Lake Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Treeline Lake Dam last inspected?
Treeline Lake Dam was last inspected on August 23, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.