Day Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Day Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 38 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20681 |
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
ROBERT DAY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Day Lake Dam?
Day 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 Day Lake Dam?
Day Lake Dam is owned by ROBERT DAY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Day Lake Dam built?
Day Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Day Lake Dam?
Day Lake Dam 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 Day Lake Dam?
Day Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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.