Keller Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Keller Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 576 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 50 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10565 |
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
CB KELLER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Keller Lake Dam?
Keller 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 Keller Lake Dam?
Keller Lake Dam is owned by CB KELLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Keller Lake Dam built?
Keller Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Keller Lake Dam?
Keller Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Keller Lake Dam?
Keller Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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.