Ausburn's Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Ausburn's Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 6.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 80 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11595 |
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
DON AUSBURN
Private
Nearby Dams
Rayfield Lake Dam
Boone, MO
High Hazard 25 ftRoemer'S Lake Dam
Boone, MO
High Hazard 37 ftBon-Gor Lake Dam
Boone, MO
Low Hazard 20 ftColumbia Mum. Golf Course Dam
Boone, MO
High Hazard 17 ftColumbia Mun Golf Course Lower L. Dam
Boone, MO
High Hazard 15 ftShady Lake Dam
Boone, MO
High Hazard 26 ftCounty Downes Lake Dam
Boone, MO
High Hazard 30 ftMoores Lake Dam
Boone, MO
High Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Ausburn's Lake Dam?
Ausburn's 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 Ausburn's Lake Dam?
Ausburn's Lake Dam is owned by DON AUSBURN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ausburn's Lake Dam built?
Ausburn's Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Ausburn's Lake Dam?
Ausburn's 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 Ausburn's Lake Dam?
Ausburn's Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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.