Cumminghams Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Cumminghams Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 18% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 102 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 46 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11427 |
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
LLOYD E. CUNNINGHAM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cumminghams Lake Dam?
Cumminghams 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 Cumminghams Lake Dam?
Cumminghams Lake Dam is owned by LLOYD E. CUNNINGHAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cumminghams Lake Dam built?
Cumminghams Lake Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Cumminghams Lake Dam?
Cumminghams Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, 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 Cumminghams Lake Dam?
Cumminghams Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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.