Don Bunton Lake
Key Takeaway
Don Bunton Lake is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 4.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,033 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 192 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 67 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50015 |
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
DON BUNTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Don Bunton Lake?
Don Bunton 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 Don Bunton Lake?
Don Bunton Lake is owned by DON BUNTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Don Bunton Lake built?
Don Bunton Lake was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Don Bunton Lake?
Don Bunton Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Don Bunton Lake?
Don Bunton Lake has a dam height of 17 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.