Camp Jo-Ota Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Camp Jo-Ota Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 30 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11453 |
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
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Camp Jo-Ota Lake Dam?
Camp Jo-Ota 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 Camp Jo-Ota Lake Dam?
Camp Jo-Ota Lake Dam is owned by UNITED METHODIST CHURCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Jo-Ota Lake Dam built?
Camp Jo-Ota Lake Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Camp Jo-Ota Lake Dam?
Camp Jo-Ota Lake 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 Camp Jo-Ota Lake Dam?
Camp Jo-Ota Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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.