Aylward Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Aylward Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 65 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20138 |
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
CHARLES L AYLWARD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Aylward Lake Dam?
Aylward 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 Aylward Lake Dam?
Aylward Lake Dam is owned by CHARLES L AYLWARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Aylward Lake Dam built?
Aylward Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Aylward Lake Dam?
Aylward Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Aylward Lake Dam?
Aylward 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.