Brands Upper Lake Dam-Sec 22
Key Takeaway
Brands Upper Lake Dam-Sec 22 is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 54 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30356 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
EDWARD BRANDS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brands Upper Lake Dam-Sec 22?
Brands Upper Lake Dam-Sec 22 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Brands Upper Lake Dam-Sec 22?
Brands Upper Lake Dam-Sec 22 is owned by EDWARD BRANDS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brands Upper Lake Dam-Sec 22 built?
Brands Upper Lake Dam-Sec 22 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 Brands Upper Lake Dam-Sec 22?
Brands Upper Lake Dam-Sec 22 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 Brands Upper Lake Dam-Sec 22?
Brands Upper Lake Dam-Sec 22 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.