Kanan Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kanan Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 82.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 102 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 70 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50048 |
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
FLOYD KANAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kanan Lake Dam?
Kanan 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 Kanan Lake Dam?
Kanan Lake Dam is owned by FLOYD KANAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kanan Lake Dam built?
Kanan Lake Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Kanan Lake Dam?
Kanan Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kanan Lake Dam?
Kanan Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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.