Gade,Lee Dam
Key Takeaway
Gade,Lee Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 54.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 40 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31583 |
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
FRANK SAGEHORN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gade,Lee Dam?
Gade,Lee 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 Gade,Lee Dam?
Gade,Lee Dam is owned by FRANK SAGEHORN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gade,Lee Dam built?
Gade,Lee Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Gade,Lee Dam?
Gade,Lee 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 Gade,Lee Dam?
Gade,Lee Dam has a dam height of 28 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.