Evergreen Lakes-Lower Dam
Key Takeaway
Evergreen Lakes-Lower Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 49% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 140 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31057 |
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
EVERGREEN LAKES INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Evergreen Lakes-Lower Dam?
Evergreen Lakes-Lower 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 Evergreen Lakes-Lower Dam?
Evergreen Lakes-Lower Dam is owned by EVERGREEN LAKES INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Evergreen Lakes-Lower Dam built?
Evergreen Lakes-Lower Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Evergreen Lakes-Lower Dam?
Evergreen Lakes-Lower 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 Evergreen Lakes-Lower Dam?
Evergreen Lakes-Lower Dam has a dam height of 27 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.