Headache Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Headache Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 13.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 19 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 475 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10879 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DAVID LYONS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Headache Lake Dam?
Headache Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Headache Lake Dam?
Headache Lake Dam is owned by DAVID LYONS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Headache Lake Dam built?
Headache Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Headache Lake Dam?
Headache 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 Headache Lake Dam?
Headache Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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.