Brummet Lake Dam (Dry)
Key Takeaway
Brummet Lake Dam (Dry) is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 37 ft (taller than 87.2% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 228 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 228 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 242 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30033 |
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
JOHN BRUMMET
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brummet Lake Dam (Dry)?
Brummet Lake Dam (Dry) 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 Brummet Lake Dam (Dry)?
Brummet Lake Dam (Dry) is owned by JOHN BRUMMET (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brummet Lake Dam (Dry) built?
Brummet Lake Dam (Dry) was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Brummet Lake Dam (Dry)?
Brummet Lake Dam (Dry) serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Brummet Lake Dam (Dry)?
Brummet Lake Dam (Dry) has a dam height of 37 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 Brummet Lake Dam (Dry) last inspected?
Brummet Lake Dam (Dry) was last inspected on May 27, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.