Voelkerding Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Voelkerding Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 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 | 31 ft (taller than 73.7% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 199 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 100 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30059 |
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
W & J VOELKERDING TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Voelkerding Lake Dam?
Voelkerding 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 Voelkerding Lake Dam?
Voelkerding Lake Dam is owned by W & J VOELKERDING TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Voelkerding Lake Dam built?
Voelkerding Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Voelkerding Lake Dam?
Voelkerding 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 Voelkerding Lake Dam?
Voelkerding Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Voelkerding Lake Dam last inspected?
Voelkerding Lake Dam was last inspected on May 20, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.