Everett Foulk Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Everett Foulk Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 18% in MO) |
| Max Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31968 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Everett Foulk Lake Dam?
Everett Foulk Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Everett Foulk Lake Dam?
Everett Foulk Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Everett Foulk Lake Dam built?
Everett Foulk Lake Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Everett Foulk Lake Dam?
Everett Foulk 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 Everett Foulk Lake Dam?
Everett Foulk Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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.