Berndsen Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Berndsen Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 43.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 109 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,650 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30546 |
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
DR. GERALD H BERNDSEN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Berndsen Lake Dam?
Berndsen 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 Berndsen Lake Dam?
Berndsen Lake Dam is owned by DR. GERALD H BERNDSEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Berndsen Lake Dam built?
Berndsen Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Berndsen Lake Dam?
Berndsen Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Berndsen Lake Dam?
Berndsen Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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.