Carter Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Carter Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 62 ft (taller than 97.6% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31156 |
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
David Agers
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carter Lake Dam?
Carter 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 Carter Lake Dam?
Carter Lake Dam is owned by David Agers (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carter Lake Dam built?
Carter Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Carter Lake Dam?
Carter Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Carter Lake Dam?
Carter Lake Dam has a dam height of 62 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.
When was Carter Lake Dam last inspected?
Carter Lake Dam was last inspected on July 10, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.