Raeker Lake Dam
Raeker Lake Dam is an earth dam located in Gasconade County, Missouri. It carries a Low hazard potential classification.
About Raeker Lake Dam
The primary purpose of Raeker Lake Dam is recreation. The dam creates a reservoir used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. The dam is owned by Mr. Bob Raeker (private). It impounds the Red Oak Creek.
The dam stands 20 feet tall, creates a reservoir covering 18 acres, has a maximum storage capacity of 193 acre-feet, and collects water from a drainage area of 300 square miles.
This dam has a low hazard potential classification, meaning that failure would cause minimal damage, limited primarily to the dam owner's property, with no expected loss of life.
Search for dams near your address to see all dams in your area with hazard classifications and safety data.
Location
| State | Missouri |
| County | Gasconade |
| River/Stream | Red Oak Creek |
| Coordinates | 38.30978, -91.50429 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Height | 20 ft |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 193 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 193 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 300 sq mi |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner | MR. BOB RAEKER |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | MO31911 |
| Federal ID | MO31911 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |