Al Jurgeson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Al Jurgeson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 54.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 240 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20540 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ALBERT JURGESON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Al Jurgeson Lake Dam?
Al Jurgeson Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Al Jurgeson Lake Dam?
Al Jurgeson Lake Dam is owned by ALBERT JURGESON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Al Jurgeson Lake Dam built?
Al Jurgeson Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Al Jurgeson Lake Dam?
Al Jurgeson Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Al Jurgeson Lake Dam?
Al Jurgeson Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.