Bill Johnson Lake
Key Takeaway
Bill Johnson Lake is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 20.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 531 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 19 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 132 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50009 |
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
BILL JOHNSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bill Johnson Lake?
Bill Johnson Lake 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 Bill Johnson Lake?
Bill Johnson Lake is owned by BILL JOHNSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bill Johnson Lake built?
Bill Johnson Lake was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Bill Johnson Lake?
Bill Johnson Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bill Johnson Lake?
Bill Johnson Lake has a dam height of 24 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.