Cochenour Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cochenour Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 6.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 974 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11545 |
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
FRANK COCHENOUR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cochenour Lake Dam?
Cochenour 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 Cochenour Lake Dam?
Cochenour Lake Dam is owned by FRANK COCHENOUR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cochenour Lake Dam built?
Cochenour 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 Cochenour Lake Dam?
Cochenour Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cochenour Lake Dam?
Cochenour Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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.