Garfield Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Garfield 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 | 14 ft (taller than 1.4% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 390 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20548 |
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
LARRY GARFIELD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Garfield Lake Dam?
Garfield 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 Garfield Lake Dam?
Garfield Lake Dam is owned by LARRY GARFIELD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Garfield Lake Dam built?
Garfield 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 Garfield Lake Dam?
Garfield Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Garfield Lake Dam?
Garfield Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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.