Carl Moore Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Carl Moore Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 4.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 171 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 352 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 85 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11146 |
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
CARL MOORE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carl Moore Lake Dam?
Carl Moore 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 Carl Moore Lake Dam?
Carl Moore Lake Dam is owned by CARL MOORE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carl Moore Lake Dam built?
Carl Moore Lake Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Carl Moore Lake Dam?
Carl Moore Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Carl Moore Lake Dam?
Carl Moore Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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.