Vandalia Community Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Vandalia Community Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 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 | 21 ft (taller than 13.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 427 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 222 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 503 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10296 |
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
MO DEPT OF CONSERVATION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Vandalia Community Lake Dam?
Vandalia Community 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 Vandalia Community Lake Dam?
Vandalia Community Lake Dam is owned by MO DEPT OF CONSERVATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vandalia Community Lake Dam built?
Vandalia Community Lake Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Vandalia Community Lake Dam?
Vandalia Community 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 Vandalia Community Lake Dam?
Vandalia Community Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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.