Hamilton Lake Dam West
Key Takeaway
Hamilton Lake Dam West is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 45 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11704 |
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
MAX HAMILTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hamilton Lake Dam West?
Hamilton Lake Dam West 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 Hamilton Lake Dam West?
Hamilton Lake Dam West is owned by MAX HAMILTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hamilton Lake Dam West built?
Hamilton Lake Dam West was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Hamilton Lake Dam West?
Hamilton Lake Dam West serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hamilton Lake Dam West?
Hamilton Lake Dam West has a dam height of 25 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.