Broady Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Broady Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 89% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 475 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 169 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 156 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 102 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10555 |
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
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Broady Lake Dam?
Broady 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 Broady Lake Dam?
Broady Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Broady Lake Dam built?
Broady Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Broady Lake Dam?
Broady Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Irrigation, Debris Control, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Broady Lake Dam?
Broady Lake Dam has a dam height of 39 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.
When was Broady Lake Dam last inspected?
Broady Lake Dam was last inspected on September 2, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.