Yowell Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Yowell Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 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 | 23 ft (taller than 18% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 105 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | MO12289 |
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
DR. JAMES YOWELL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Yowell Lake Dam?
Yowell 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 Yowell Lake Dam?
Yowell Lake Dam is owned by DR. JAMES YOWELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Yowell Lake Dam built?
Yowell Lake Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Yowell Lake Dam?
Yowell 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 Yowell Lake Dam?
Yowell Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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.