H. P. Shockey Lake
Key Takeaway
H. P. Shockey Lake is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 4.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,588 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 275 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 45 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50021 |
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
H.P. SHOCKEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of H. P. Shockey Lake?
H. P. Shockey Lake 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 H. P. Shockey Lake?
H. P. Shockey Lake is owned by H.P. SHOCKEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was H. P. Shockey Lake built?
H. P. Shockey Lake 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 H. P. Shockey Lake?
H. P. Shockey Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is H. P. Shockey Lake?
H. P. Shockey Lake has a dam height of 17 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.