Coy Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Coy Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 241 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 370 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11670 |
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
GARY COY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Coy Lake Dam?
Coy 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 Coy Lake Dam?
Coy Lake Dam is owned by GARY COY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Coy Lake Dam built?
Coy Lake Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Coy Lake Dam?
Coy Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Coy Lake Dam?
Coy Lake Dam 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.