Atkinson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Atkinson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 54.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 355 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4,800 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20055 |
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
MO DEPT OF CONSERVATION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Atkinson Lake Dam?
Atkinson 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 Atkinson Lake Dam?
Atkinson Lake Dam is owned by MO DEPT OF CONSERVATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Atkinson Lake Dam built?
Atkinson Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Atkinson Lake Dam?
Atkinson 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 Atkinson Lake Dam?
Atkinson 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.