Vining Meadows Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Vining Meadows Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. 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 | 37 ft (taller than 87.2% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 285 ft |
| Max Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | MO32101 |
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 Vining Meadows Lake Dam?
Vining Meadows 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 Vining Meadows Lake Dam?
Vining Meadows Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vining Meadows Lake Dam built?
Vining Meadows Lake Dam was completed in 2004, making it 22 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Vining Meadows Lake Dam?
Vining Meadows Lake Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Vining Meadows Lake Dam last inspected?
Vining Meadows Lake Dam was last inspected on May 19, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.