Lake Carawood Dam, located in Gasconade, Missouri, was completed in 1976 and serves primarily for recreation purposes.
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Managed by a private owner, the dam stands at 34 feet tall with a structural height of 36 feet and a length of 490 feet. Its earth core and buttress design provide stability for the reservoir that has a normal storage capacity of 107 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 167 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-Big Berger Creek, with a drainage area of 109 square miles, making it a vital water resource in the region.
Despite its high hazard potential, Lake Carawood Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. The spillway, an uncontrolled type with a width of 14 feet, is designed to handle a maximum discharge of 567 cubic feet per second. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are unspecified, suggesting a need for further evaluation and preparedness. With its picturesque surroundings and significant role in providing recreational opportunities, Lake Carawood Dam remains an essential feature in the water resource and climate landscape of Missouri.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
490 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BIG BERGER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Drainage Area |
109 |
Nid Storage |
167 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
36 |
Missouri River At Hermann
|
31200cfs |
Gasconade River Near Rich Fountain
|
960cfs |
Bourbeuse River At Union
|
110cfs |
Bourbeuse River Near High Gate
|
1cfs |
Maries River At Westphalia
|
16cfs |
Meramec River Near Sullivan
|
437cfs |