Denney Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Denney Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 87.2% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 199 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 199 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 229 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30576 |
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
BUREIGH DENNEY
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Denney Lake Dam?
Denney 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 Denney Lake Dam?
Denney Lake Dam is owned by BUREIGH DENNEY (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Denney Lake Dam built?
Denney Lake Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Denney Lake Dam?
Denney Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Denney Lake Dam?
Denney Lake Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Denney Lake Dam last inspected?
Denney Lake Dam was last inspected on January 4, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.