Cloverleaf Farm Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cloverleaf Farm Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 73.7% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 829 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 515 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3,853 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10804 |
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
LEONARD O'BRIEN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cloverleaf Farm Lake Dam?
Cloverleaf Farm 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 Cloverleaf Farm Lake Dam?
Cloverleaf Farm Lake Dam is owned by LEONARD O'BRIEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cloverleaf Farm Lake Dam built?
Cloverleaf Farm 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 Cloverleaf Farm Lake Dam?
Cloverleaf Farm 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 Cloverleaf Farm Lake Dam?
Cloverleaf Farm Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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.