Woodrail Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Woodrail Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 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 | 54 ft (taller than 96.1% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 324 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 324 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 458 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1985 |
| NID ID | MO11603 |
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 Woodrail Lake Dam?
Woodrail 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 Woodrail Lake Dam?
Woodrail Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Woodrail Lake Dam built?
Woodrail Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Woodrail Lake Dam?
Woodrail 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 Woodrail Lake Dam?
Woodrail Lake Dam has a dam height of 54 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 Woodrail Lake Dam last inspected?
Woodrail Lake Dam was last inspected on June 29, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.