Becker Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Becker Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 5.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 2,227 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 325 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 95 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11360 |
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
BECKER BROS INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Becker Lake Dam?
Becker 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 Becker Lake Dam?
Becker Lake Dam is owned by BECKER BROS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Becker Lake Dam built?
Becker 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 Becker Lake Dam?
Becker Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Becker Lake Dam?
Becker Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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.