Asher Lake Dam (Shallow)
Key Takeaway
Asher Lake Dam (Shallow) is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 140 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30739 |
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
ROBERT ASHER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Asher Lake Dam (Shallow)?
Asher Lake Dam (Shallow) 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 Asher Lake Dam (Shallow)?
Asher Lake Dam (Shallow) is owned by ROBERT ASHER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Asher Lake Dam (Shallow) built?
Asher Lake Dam (Shallow) was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Asher Lake Dam (Shallow)?
Asher Lake Dam (Shallow) serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Asher Lake Dam (Shallow)?
Asher Lake Dam (Shallow) 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.