Deramus Lake Dam/Ce Report-Doramus
Key Takeaway
Deramus Lake Dam/Ce Report-Doramus is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 33 ft (taller than 79.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 159 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 184 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20139 |
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
MIDWEST RESEARCH INST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Deramus Lake Dam/Ce Report-Doramus?
Deramus Lake Dam/Ce Report-Doramus 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 Deramus Lake Dam/Ce Report-Doramus?
Deramus Lake Dam/Ce Report-Doramus is owned by MIDWEST RESEARCH INST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deramus Lake Dam/Ce Report-Doramus built?
Deramus Lake Dam/Ce Report-Doramus was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Deramus Lake Dam/Ce Report-Doramus?
Deramus Lake Dam/Ce Report-Doramus 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 Deramus Lake Dam/Ce Report-Doramus?
Deramus Lake Dam/Ce Report-Doramus has a dam height of 33 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 Deramus Lake Dam/Ce Report-Doramus last inspected?
Deramus Lake Dam/Ce Report-Doramus was last inspected on September 21, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.