Gallaway Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Gallaway Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 14.9% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 87 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11403 |
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
LYNDELL GALLAWAY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gallaway Lake Dam?
Gallaway 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 Gallaway Lake Dam?
Gallaway Lake Dam is owned by LYNDELL GALLAWAY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gallaway Lake Dam built?
Gallaway Lake Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Gallaway Lake Dam?
Gallaway Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gallaway Lake Dam?
Gallaway Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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.