Evans Lake Dam East
Key Takeaway
Evans Lake Dam East is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 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 | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 40 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31723 |
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
R. C. EVANS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Evans Lake Dam East?
Evans Lake Dam East 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 Evans Lake Dam East?
Evans Lake Dam East is owned by R. C. EVANS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Evans Lake Dam East built?
Evans Lake Dam East 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 Evans Lake Dam East?
Evans Lake Dam East serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Evans Lake Dam East?
Evans Lake Dam East 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.