Bailey Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bailey Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 1.7% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 150 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10022 |
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
DAVID BAILEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bailey Lake Dam?
Bailey 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 Bailey Lake Dam?
Bailey Lake Dam is owned by DAVID BAILEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bailey Lake Dam built?
Bailey Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Bailey Lake Dam?
Bailey 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 Bailey Lake Dam?
Bailey Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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.