Doyen Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Doyen Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 76.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 342 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 227 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 250 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30299 |
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
MR & MRS GARY WELLER
Private
Nearby Dams
Tebo Lake Dam
Pettis, MO
Low Hazard 34 ftWesner Lake Dam
Pettis, MO
Low Hazard 30 ftSpring Fork Lake Dam
Pettis, MO
High Hazard 43 ftDaum Lake Dam
Pettis, MO
High Hazard 25 ftSteve Smith Lake Dam
Pettis, MO
Low Hazard 30 ftParkhurst Lake Dam
Pettis, MO
Low Hazard 24 ftKnott 001
Benton, MO
Low Hazard 24 ftLookout West Dam
Pettis, MO
Low Hazard 27 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Doyen Lake Dam?
Doyen 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 Doyen Lake Dam?
Doyen Lake Dam is owned by MR & MRS GARY WELLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Doyen Lake Dam built?
Doyen Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Doyen Lake Dam?
Doyen 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 Doyen Lake Dam?
Doyen Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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.