Gardner Farms Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Gardner Farms Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 1.7% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 151 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 128 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 92 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50018 |
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
MO.DEPT OF CONSERVATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gardner Farms Lake Dam?
Gardner Farms 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 Gardner Farms Lake Dam?
Gardner Farms Lake Dam is owned by MO.DEPT OF CONSERVATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gardner Farms Lake Dam built?
Gardner Farms Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Gardner Farms Lake Dam?
Gardner Farms Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gardner Farms Lake Dam?
Gardner Farms Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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.