Kelsey Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kelsey Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 49% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 350 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 231 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50042 |
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
DAVID KELSEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kelsey Lake Dam?
Kelsey 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 Kelsey Lake Dam?
Kelsey Lake Dam is owned by DAVID KELSEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kelsey Lake Dam built?
Kelsey Lake Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Kelsey Lake Dam?
Kelsey Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Grade Stabilization, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kelsey Lake Dam?
Kelsey Lake Dam 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.