Hickory Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hickory Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 85.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 740 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 320 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 320 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 510 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30671 |
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
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hickory Lake Dam?
Hickory 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 Hickory Lake Dam?
Hickory Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hickory Lake Dam built?
Hickory Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Hickory Lake Dam?
Hickory 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 Hickory Lake Dam?
Hickory Lake Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Hickory Lake Dam last inspected?
Hickory Lake Dam was last inspected on January 8, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.