Burns Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Burns Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 6.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 203 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 390 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 366 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50203 |
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
EUGENE BURNS ESTATE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Burns Lake Dam?
Burns 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 Burns Lake Dam?
Burns Lake Dam is owned by EUGENE BURNS ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burns Lake Dam built?
Burns Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Burns Lake Dam?
Burns Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Burns Lake Dam?
Burns Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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.