Baumgartner Lake Dam, located in Holts Summit, Missouri, is a state-owned structure designed by Louis Vetter with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Completed in 1991, the dam stands at a height of 61.5 feet and has a length of 470 feet, creating a surface area of 30 acres and a maximum storage capacity of 742 acre-feet. The dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Dam and Reservoir Safety Program of the state, ensuring its safety and compliance with regulations.
This earth dam, primarily constructed with stone core and supported by rock and soil foundations, spans the Cason Branch river and serves as a recreational hub for the community. Although the dam has a high hazard potential, its condition assessment in 2011 deemed it satisfactory, with a moderate risk assessment. Regular inspections are conducted every three years to ensure the dam's structural integrity and safety measures are up to standard. With a spillway width of 60 feet and no outlet gates, Baumgartner Lake Dam remains a key feature in the water resource management of Callaway County, Missouri.
Its strategic location and sprawling surface area make it an ideal spot for outdoor activities and water sports enthusiasts. The dam's contribution to flood control and water supply management in the region, along with its recreational opportunities, make Baumgartner Lake Dam a vital asset that adds to the natural beauty and sustainability of the area.
Year Completed |
1991 |
Dam Length |
470 |
Dam Height |
61.5 |
River Or Stream |
CASON BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
30 |
Drainage Area |
2106 |
Nid Storage |
742 |
Structural Height |
60 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
62 |
Missouri River At Jefferson City
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35400cfs |
Moreau River Near Jefferson City
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87cfs |
Maries River At Westphalia
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19cfs |
Osage River Below St. Thomas
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1260cfs |
Hinkson Creek At Columbia
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3cfs |
Gasconade River Near Rich Fountain
|
1010cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Pine Ridge Recreation Area
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Pine Ridge Campground
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Pine Ridge
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Dry Fork Recreation Area
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Dry Fork
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Dry Fork Campground
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