Harrison Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Harrison Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 20.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 743 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 265 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 85 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | MO12257 |
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
L.A. HARRISON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harrison Lake Dam?
Harrison 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 Harrison Lake Dam?
Harrison Lake Dam is owned by L.A. HARRISON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harrison Lake Dam built?
Harrison Lake Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Harrison Lake Dam?
Harrison Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Harrison Lake Dam?
Harrison Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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.