Browse Dams
5,385 dams in the National Inventory of Dams.
National Inventory of Dams
Browse 5,385 dams from the NID database. Each record includes dam name, location, physical dimensions, hazard potential classification, condition assessment, purpose, owner information, and emergency action plan status. Use the filters below to search by state, hazard level, condition, or keyword.
| Name | State | County | Height (ft) | Hazard | Condition | Year | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Table Rock Dam | Missouri | Taney | 260 | High | Not Available | 1959 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Brushy Creek Tailings | Missouri | Reynolds | 205 | High | Satisfactory | 1970 | Tailings |
| Fletcher Tailings Dam | Missouri | Reynolds | 201 | High | Unsatisfactory | 1965 | Tailings |
| Clarence Cannon Dam | Missouri | Ralls | 188 | High | Not Available | 1983 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| New Viburnum Tailings Dam | Missouri | Iron | 170 | High | Satisfactory | 1981 | Other |
| Clearwater Dam | Missouri | Wayne | 155 | High | Not Available | 1942 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Pomme De Terre Dam | Missouri | Hickory | 155 | High | Not Available | 1961 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Stockton Dam | Missouri | Cedar | 153 | High | Not Available | 1969 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Pea Ridge Tailings Dam | Missouri | Washington | 150 | High | Satisfactory | 1980 | Tailings |
| Bagnell | Missouri | Miller | 148 | High | Satisfactory | 1931 | Hydroelectric |
| Buick Tailings Dam | Missouri | Reynolds | 147 | High | Satisfactory | 1981 | Tailings |
| South Old Quarry Hollow Dam | Missouri | Ste. Genevieve | 141 | Low | Satisfactory | — | Other |
| Goose Creek Lake Dam | Missouri | Ste. Genevieve | 139 | High | Satisfactory | 1986 | Recreation |
| Magmont Tailings Dam | Missouri | Iron | 135 | High | Satisfactory | 1979 | Tailings |
| St. Joe State Park Dam | Missouri | St. Francois | 134 | High | Satisfactory | 1965 | Tailings |
| Westfork Main Dam | Missouri | Reynolds | 132 | High | Satisfactory | 1992 | Tailings |
| Sweetwater Tailings Dam | Missouri | Reynolds | 130 | High | Satisfactory | 1980 | Tailings |
| Taum Sauk Ps Upper | Missouri | Reynolds | 125 | High | Satisfactory | 1963 | Hydroelectric |
| Longview Dam | Missouri | Jackson | 125 | High | Not Available | 1985 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Alpine Lake Dam | Missouri | Warren | 118 | High | Satisfactory | 2000 | Recreation |
| Eshbaugh-Martin Dam | Missouri | Washington | 115 | High | Satisfactory | 1968 | Tailings |
| Old Viburnum Tailings Dam #1 | Missouri | Iron | 115 | High | Satisfactory | 1968 | Tailings |
| Westfork Southeast Dam | Missouri | Reynolds | 115 | High | Satisfactory | 1992 | Tailings |
| Wappapello Dam | Missouri | Wayne | 114 | High | Not Available | 1941 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Wappapello Dam - Saddle Dike 2 | Missouri | Wayne | 114 | Significant | Not Available | 1941 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Wappapello Dam - Saddle Dike 3 | Missouri | Wayne | 114 | Significant | Not Available | 1941 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Wappapello Dam - Saddle Dike 1 | Missouri | Wayne | 114 | Significant | Not Available | 1941 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Council Bluff Dam | Missouri | Iron | 112 | High | Satisfactory | 1981 | Recreation |
| Dresser No.4 Dam | Missouri | Washington | 105 | High | Not Rated | 1975 | Tailings |
| Smithville Dam | Missouri | Clay | 105 | High | Not Available | 1979 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Fellows Lake Dam | Missouri | Greene | 102 | High | Satisfactory | 1955 | Water Supply |
| Dresser No. 10 Dam | Missouri | Jefferson | 100 | High | Satisfactory | 1974 | Other |
| National Lead Industries Dam | Missouri | Washington | 99 | High | Satisfactory | 1959 | Tailings |
| Harry S. Truman Dam | Missouri | Benton | 98 | High | Not Available | 1979 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Harry S. Truman Dam - Sterett Creek Dike | Missouri | Benton | 98 | High | Not Available | 1978 | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Cadet Mine Tailings Dam | Missouri | Washington | 97 | High | Satisfactory | 1978 | Tailings |
| Lac Capri Dam | Missouri | St. Francois | 97 | High | Satisfactory | 1972 | Recreation |
| Mineral Point #2 | Missouri | Washington | 95 | High | Satisfactory | 1963 | Tailings |
| Riss Lake Dam | Missouri | Platte | 93 | High | Satisfactory | 1953 | Recreation |
| Dresser No. 11 | Missouri | Jefferson | 90 | High | Satisfactory | 1975 | Tailings |
| New Melle Quarry | Missouri | St. Charles | 90 | High | Satisfactory | 1999 | |
| Lake Konstanz Dam | Missouri | Warren | 90 | High | Satisfactory | 1999 | |
| West Peak Quarry Dam #1 | Missouri | Iron | 90 | High | Satisfactory | 2001 | Tailings |
| Blackwell Mine Dam | Missouri | Washington | 85 | High | Satisfactory | 1980 | Tailings |
| Kingston No. 1 Dam | Missouri | Washington | 85 | High | Satisfactory | 1967 | Tailings |
| Lake Viking Dam | Missouri | Daviess | 85 | High | Satisfactory | 1967 | Water Supply |
| Gun Club Lake Dam | Missouri | Washington | 85 | High | Unsatisfactory | 1962 | Tailings |
| Weatherby Lake Dam | Missouri | Platte | 85 | High | Satisfactory | 1936 | Recreation |
| Lakewood-West Dam | Missouri | Jackson | 84 | High | Satisfactory | 1971 | Recreation |
| Indian Creek Mine Dam-Lower | Missouri | Washington | 84 | High | Satisfactory | 1975 | Water Supply |
Frequently Asked Questions
Hazard potential is based on the consequences of dam failure, not the condition of the dam. High hazard means loss of human life is probable. Significant means economic and environmental losses are expected but no probable loss of life. Low means minimal losses are expected. The classification considers downstream population, infrastructure, and environmental resources.
Condition ratings reflect the physical state of the dam based on periodic inspections. Satisfactory means no deficiencies found. Fair means minor issues exist but no immediate action needed. Poor means safety deficiencies require remedial action. Unsatisfactory means the dam is unsafe and immediate corrective action is required.
Yes. Use the search field above to find dams by name. You can also combine the search with state, hazard, and condition filters to narrow your results. Each dam record links to a detail page with complete information.