Curtiss Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Curtiss Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 49% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 80 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10433 |
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
JOE CURTISS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Curtiss Lake Dam?
Curtiss 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 Curtiss Lake Dam?
Curtiss Lake Dam is owned by JOE CURTISS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Curtiss Lake Dam built?
Curtiss Lake Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Curtiss Lake Dam?
Curtiss Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Curtiss Lake Dam?
Curtiss Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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.