Eftink Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Eftink Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 254 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 200 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | MO40071 |
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
GEORGE EFTINK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Eftink Lake Dam?
Eftink 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 Eftink Lake Dam?
Eftink Lake Dam is owned by GEORGE EFTINK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eftink Lake Dam built?
Eftink Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Eftink Lake Dam?
Eftink Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Eftink Lake Dam?
Eftink Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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.