Hood Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hood Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 159 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 133 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 38 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 69 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10224 |
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
CHARLES HOOD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hood Lake Dam?
Hood 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 Hood Lake Dam?
Hood Lake Dam is owned by CHARLES HOOD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hood Lake Dam built?
Hood Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Hood Lake Dam?
Hood Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Grade Stabilization, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hood Lake Dam?
Hood Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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.