Dams in Morgan County, Missouri
10Total Dams
1High Hazard
2Significant
Dam Safety in Morgan County, Missouri
Morgan County has 10 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 1 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Another 2 carry a significant hazard classification.
The average dam in Morgan County is 51 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Indian Creek Hills Lower Lake at 54 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dennis Lake Dam | High | Not Rated | 30 | Recreation | |
| Indian Creek Hills Lower Lake | Significant | Satisfactory | 54 | Recreation | 1972 |
| Yarger Lake Dam | Significant | Satisfactory | 48 | Recreation | 1973 |
| Westfork Lake Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 37 | Recreation | 1983 |
| Yows Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 30 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | 1977 |
| Fairchild Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 25 | Recreation | |
| Lafayette Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 25 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | 1970 |
| Mononame 836 | Low | Not Rated | 20 | Recreation | 1973 |
| Mononame 742 | Low | Not Rated | 20 | Recreation | 1973 |
| Mononame 741 | Low | Not Rated | 20 | Recreation | 1972 |