Browning Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Browning Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 5.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 193 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 800 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11456 |
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
ESTETTE BROWNING
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Browning Lake Dam?
Browning 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 Browning Lake Dam?
Browning Lake Dam is owned by ESTETTE BROWNING (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Browning Lake Dam built?
Browning Lake Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Browning Lake Dam?
Browning Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Browning Lake Dam?
Browning Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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.