Doutt Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Doutt Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 38 ft (taller than 88.1% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 121 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20803 |
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
UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Doutt Lake Dam?
Doutt Lake Dam 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 Doutt Lake Dam?
Doutt Lake Dam is owned by UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Doutt Lake Dam built?
Doutt Lake Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Doutt Lake Dam?
Doutt Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Doutt Lake Dam?
Doutt 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.
When was Doutt Lake Dam last inspected?
Doutt Lake Dam was last inspected on March 23, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.