Boone Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Boone Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 1.7% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 225 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20386 |
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
WILLIAM L BOONE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Boone Lake Dam?
Boone 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 Boone Lake Dam?
Boone Lake Dam is owned by WILLIAM L BOONE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Boone Lake Dam built?
Boone Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Boone Lake Dam?
Boone Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Boone Lake Dam?
Boone Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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.