Assaf Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Assaf Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 500 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31001 |
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
GEORGE ASSAF
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Assaf Lake Dam?
Assaf 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 Assaf Lake Dam?
Assaf Lake Dam is owned by GEORGE ASSAF (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Assaf Lake Dam built?
Assaf Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Assaf Lake Dam?
Assaf 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 Assaf Lake Dam?
Assaf Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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.