Commandeer Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Commandeer Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 91% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1995 |
| NID ID | MO20166 |
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
ARBORES HOA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Commandeer Lake Dam?
Commandeer 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 Commandeer Lake Dam?
Commandeer Lake Dam is owned by ARBORES HOA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Commandeer Lake Dam built?
Commandeer Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Commandeer Lake Dam?
Commandeer 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 Commandeer Lake Dam?
Commandeer Lake Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Commandeer Lake Dam last inspected?
Commandeer Lake Dam was last inspected on October 14, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.