Creason Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Creason Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 14.9% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 218 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11962 |
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 PARKS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Creason Lake Dam?
Creason 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 Creason Lake Dam?
Creason Lake Dam is owned by GARY PARKS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Creason Lake Dam built?
Creason Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Creason Lake Dam?
Creason Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Grade Stabilization, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Creason Lake Dam?
Creason Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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.