Borgelt Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Borgelt Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 66 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30629 |
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
MRS HARVEY BORGELT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Borgelt Lake Dam?
Borgelt 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 Borgelt Lake Dam?
Borgelt Lake Dam is owned by MRS HARVEY BORGELT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Borgelt Lake Dam built?
Borgelt Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Borgelt Lake Dam?
Borgelt Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Borgelt Lake Dam?
Borgelt Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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.