Golden Eagle Lake Dam -Upper
Key Takeaway
Golden Eagle Lake Dam -Upper is classified as high hazard in Missouri. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 1.7% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 600 sq mi |
| NID ID | MO11014 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CLAYTON COMMODITY SERVIC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Golden Eagle Lake Dam -Upper?
Golden Eagle Lake Dam -Upper is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Golden Eagle Lake Dam -Upper?
Golden Eagle Lake Dam -Upper is owned by CLAYTON COMMODITY SERVIC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Golden Eagle Lake Dam -Upper?
Golden Eagle Lake Dam -Upper 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 Golden Eagle Lake Dam -Upper?
Golden Eagle Lake Dam -Upper 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.