Dale Deraps Lake
Key Takeaway
Dale Deraps Lake is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 59.6% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 392 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 58 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 65 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51532 |
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
DALE DERAPS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dale Deraps Lake?
Dale Deraps Lake 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 Dale Deraps Lake?
Dale Deraps Lake is owned by DALE DERAPS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dale Deraps Lake built?
Dale Deraps Lake was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 Dale Deraps Lake?
Dale Deraps Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife 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 Dale Deraps Lake?
Dale Deraps Lake has a dam height of 29 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.
When was Dale Deraps Lake last inspected?
Dale Deraps Lake was last inspected on June 26, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.