Jamesport Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Jamesport Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 13.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 337 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 275 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10663 |
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
MO DEPT OF CONSERVATION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Jamesport Lake Dam?
Jamesport 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 Jamesport Lake Dam?
Jamesport Lake Dam is owned by MO DEPT OF CONSERVATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jamesport Lake Dam built?
Jamesport Lake Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Jamesport Lake Dam?
Jamesport 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 Jamesport Lake Dam?
Jamesport 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.