Burlington Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Burlington Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 7.1% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,500 sq mi |
| NID ID | MO10554 |
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
CITY OF CAMERON
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Burlington Reservoir Dam?
Burlington Reservoir 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 Reservoir Dam?
Burlington Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF CAMERON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Burlington Reservoir Dam?
Burlington Reservoir 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 Burlington Reservoir Dam?
Burlington Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 20 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.