Jerome Lager
Key Takeaway
Jerome Lager is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 49% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 294 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 102 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 197 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50838 |
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
JEROME LAGER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jerome Lager?
Jerome Lager 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 Jerome Lager?
Jerome Lager is owned by JEROME LAGER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jerome Lager built?
Jerome Lager was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Jerome Lager?
Jerome Lager serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jerome Lager?
Jerome Lager has a dam height of 27 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.