Waters Edge Estates Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Waters Edge Estates Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 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 | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 227 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,500 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | MO12102 |
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
WATERS EDGE ESTATES INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Waters Edge Estates Lake Dam?
Waters Edge Estates 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 Waters Edge Estates Lake Dam?
Waters Edge Estates Lake Dam is owned by WATERS EDGE ESTATES INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Waters Edge Estates Lake Dam built?
Waters Edge Estates Lake Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Waters Edge Estates Lake Dam?
Waters Edge Estates 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 Waters Edge Estates Lake Dam?
Waters Edge Estates Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Waters Edge Estates Lake Dam last inspected?
Waters Edge Estates Lake Dam was last inspected on July 12, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.