Girl Scout Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Girl Scout Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 130 sq mi |
| NID ID | MO11305 |
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
GIRL SCOUT COUNCIL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Girl Scout Lake Dam?
Girl Scout 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 Girl Scout Lake Dam?
Girl Scout Lake Dam is owned by GIRL SCOUT COUNCIL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Girl Scout Lake Dam?
Girl Scout Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Girl Scout Lake Dam?
Girl Scout Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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.