D & R Laker Lower Dam
Key Takeaway
D & R Laker Lower Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 6.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 365 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31355 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MR. JAMES MCKEE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of D & R Laker Lower Dam?
D & R Laker Lower Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates D & R Laker Lower Dam?
D & R Laker Lower Dam is owned by MR. JAMES MCKEE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was D & R Laker Lower Dam built?
D & R Laker Lower Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 D & R Laker Lower Dam?
D & R Laker Lower Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is D & R Laker Lower Dam?
D & R Laker Lower Dam has a dam height of 19 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.