Hines Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hines Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 73.7% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 32 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10468 |
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
HINES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hines Lake Dam?
Hines 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 Hines Lake Dam?
Hines Lake Dam is owned by HINES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hines Lake Dam built?
Hines Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Hines Lake Dam?
Hines 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 Hines Lake Dam?
Hines Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Hines Lake Dam last inspected?
Hines Lake Dam was last inspected on January 21, 1981. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.