Eve Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Eve Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 21 ft (taller than 13.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 140 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10245 |
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
EDWARD KIRCHOF
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Eve Lake Dam?
Eve 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 Eve Lake Dam?
Eve Lake Dam is owned by EDWARD KIRCHOF (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eve Lake Dam built?
Eve 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 Eve Lake Dam?
Eve Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Eve Lake Dam?
Eve Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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.