Kirkpatrick Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kirkpatrick Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 7.1% in MO) |
| Max Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31986 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kirkpatrick Lake Dam?
Kirkpatrick Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Kirkpatrick Lake Dam?
Kirkpatrick Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kirkpatrick Lake Dam built?
Kirkpatrick Lake Dam was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Kirkpatrick Lake Dam?
Kirkpatrick Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kirkpatrick Lake Dam?
Kirkpatrick Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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.