The Lake Tom Sawyer Dam in Missouri, completed in 1956, serves primarily for recreational purposes.
Situated on TR-Salt River in Monroe County, the earth dam has a height of 25 feet and a storage capacity of 67 acre-feet. Despite being state-owned and not regulated by any state agency, the dam is classified as having a high hazard potential.
With a surface area of 5 acres and a drainage area of 17 square miles, the dam poses risks that warrant attention. Although the condition of the dam is currently not rated, the high hazard potential underscores the need for regular inspections and potential risk management measures. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Lake Tom Sawyer Dam an intriguing case study in dam safety and recreational infrastructure management.
Wind
Humidity
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SALT RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Drainage Area |
17 |
Nid Storage |
67 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Lick Creek At Perry
|
3cfs |
Long Branch Near Santa Fe
|
16cfs |
South Fork Salt River Above Santa Fe
|
13cfs |
Crooked Creek Near Paris
|
17cfs |
Salt River Near Center
|
1370cfs |
Middle Fork Salt River Near Holliday
|
14cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Mark Twain State Park
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Ray Behrens
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Frank Russell
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