Herbangie Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Herbangie Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 43 ft (taller than 91.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 620 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 377 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 377 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 428 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10047 |
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
NE MO. FARM MGMT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Herbangie Lake Dam?
Herbangie 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 Herbangie Lake Dam?
Herbangie Lake Dam is owned by NE MO. FARM MGMT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Herbangie Lake Dam built?
Herbangie Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Herbangie Lake Dam?
Herbangie Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Herbangie Lake Dam?
Herbangie Lake Dam has a dam height of 43 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.
When was Herbangie Lake Dam last inspected?
Herbangie Lake Dam was last inspected on April 5, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.