Byers Lake
Key Takeaway
Byers Lake is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 54.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 275 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 68 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50421 |
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
ROBERT BYERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Byers Lake?
Byers Lake 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 Byers Lake?
Byers Lake is owned by ROBERT BYERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Byers Lake built?
Byers Lake was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Byers Lake?
Byers Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Byers Lake?
Byers Lake 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.