Karl Lover Camp Dam
Key Takeaway
Karl Lover Camp Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 59.6% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,407 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 106 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50267 |
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
KARL LOVER CAMP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Karl Lover Camp Dam?
Karl Lover Camp 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 Karl Lover Camp Dam?
Karl Lover Camp Dam is owned by KARL LOVER CAMP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Karl Lover Camp Dam built?
Karl Lover Camp Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Karl Lover Camp Dam?
Karl Lover Camp Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Grade Stabilization, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Karl Lover Camp Dam?
Karl Lover Camp Dam has a dam height of 29 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.