Blanchard Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Blanchard 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 | 23 ft (taller than 18% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 222 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 143 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 45 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 220 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50010 |
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
TOM CLAFLIN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Blanchard Lake Dam?
Blanchard 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 Blanchard Lake Dam?
Blanchard Lake Dam is owned by TOM CLAFLIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blanchard Lake Dam built?
Blanchard 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 Blanchard Lake Dam?
Blanchard Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Blanchard Lake Dam?
Blanchard Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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.