Deer Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Deer Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 88.1% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 425 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10694 |
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
GREGG DERR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Deer Lake Dam?
Deer 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 Deer Lake Dam?
Deer Lake Dam is owned by GREGG DERR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deer Lake Dam built?
Deer Lake 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 Deer Lake Dam?
Deer Lake Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Deer Lake Dam?
Deer Lake Dam has a dam height of 38 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.