Friedel Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Friedel Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 79.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 141 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 130 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30548 |
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
ROBT + BETTYJEAN FRIEDEL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Friedel Lake Dam?
Friedel 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 Friedel Lake Dam?
Friedel Lake Dam is owned by ROBT + BETTYJEAN FRIEDEL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Friedel Lake Dam built?
Friedel Lake Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Friedel Lake Dam?
Friedel 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 Friedel Lake Dam?
Friedel Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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.