Cooke Lake Dam South
Key Takeaway
Cooke Lake Dam South is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 70 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11622 |
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
OSCAR COOKE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cooke Lake Dam South?
Cooke Lake Dam South 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 Cooke Lake Dam South?
Cooke Lake Dam South is owned by OSCAR COOKE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cooke Lake Dam South built?
Cooke Lake Dam South 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 Cooke Lake Dam South?
Cooke Lake Dam South 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 Cooke Lake Dam South?
Cooke Lake Dam South has a dam height of 25 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.