Burlington Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Burlington Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 54.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 255 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 735 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10735 |
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
MISSOURI MILITARY ACADEMY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Burlington Lake Dam?
Burlington 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 Burlington Lake Dam?
Burlington Lake Dam is owned by MISSOURI MILITARY ACADEMY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burlington Lake Dam built?
Burlington Lake Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Burlington Lake Dam?
Burlington Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Burlington Lake Dam?
Burlington Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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.