Beard Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Beard Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 7.1% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 140 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 120 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20593 |
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
EUELL BEARD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Beard Lake Dam?
Beard 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 Beard Lake Dam?
Beard Lake Dam is owned by EUELL BEARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beard Lake Dam built?
Beard Lake Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Beard Lake Dam?
Beard Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Beard Lake Dam?
Beard Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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.