Hapke Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hapke 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 | 22 ft (taller than 14.9% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 318 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 236 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20589 |
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
CHRISTIAN HAPKE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hapke Lake Dam?
Hapke 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 Hapke Lake Dam?
Hapke Lake Dam is owned by CHRISTIAN HAPKE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hapke Lake Dam built?
Hapke 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 Hapke Lake Dam?
Hapke Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hapke Lake Dam?
Hapke Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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.