Ed Onstott Lake
Key Takeaway
Ed Onstott Lake is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 5.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,005 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 269 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 53 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20790 |
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
ED ONSTOTT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ed Onstott Lake?
Ed Onstott 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 Ed Onstott Lake?
Ed Onstott Lake is owned by ED ONSTOTT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ed Onstott Lake built?
Ed Onstott Lake was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Ed Onstott Lake?
Ed Onstott Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ed Onstott Lake?
Ed Onstott Lake has a dam height of 18 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.