Brown Shanty Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Brown Shanty Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 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 | 34 ft (taller than 82.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 164 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3,660 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30197 |
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
BROWN SHANTY LAKE ASSOC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brown Shanty Lake Dam?
Brown Shanty Lake Dam 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 Brown Shanty Lake Dam?
Brown Shanty Lake Dam is owned by BROWN SHANTY LAKE ASSOC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brown Shanty Lake Dam built?
Brown Shanty Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Brown Shanty Lake Dam?
Brown Shanty 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 Brown Shanty Lake Dam?
Brown Shanty Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Brown Shanty Lake Dam last inspected?
Brown Shanty Lake Dam was last inspected on July 15, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.