Bethel Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bethel Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 52 ft (taller than 95.7% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 156 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10919 |
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
ERIC MERCHANT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bethel Lake Dam?
Bethel 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 Bethel Lake Dam?
Bethel Lake Dam is owned by ERIC MERCHANT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bethel Lake Dam built?
Bethel Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Bethel Lake Dam?
Bethel Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bethel Lake Dam?
Bethel Lake Dam has a dam height of 52 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.
When was Bethel Lake Dam last inspected?
Bethel Lake Dam was last inspected on October 3, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.