Andrew County Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Andrew County Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,020 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10083 |
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
ANDREW COUNTY LAKE CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Andrew County Lake Dam?
Andrew County 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 Andrew County Lake Dam?
Andrew County Lake Dam is owned by ANDREW COUNTY LAKE CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Andrew County Lake Dam built?
Andrew County Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Andrew County Lake Dam?
Andrew County 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 Andrew County Lake Dam?
Andrew County Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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.