Backer Lake Dam
Missouri — Callaway County — TR RICHLAND CREEK
Location
| State | Missouri |
| County | Callaway |
| River | TR RICHLAND CREEK |
| Coordinates | 38.89722, -91.93518 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 38 ft |
| Dam Height | 38 ft |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| NID Storage | 132 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 132 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | November 2, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1976 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | WILLIAM E BACKER |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.