Kleinsorge Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kleinsorge Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 79.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 230 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 44 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11462 |
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
JAMES KLEINSORGE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kleinsorge Lake Dam?
Kleinsorge 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 Kleinsorge Lake Dam?
Kleinsorge Lake Dam is owned by JAMES KLEINSORGE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kleinsorge Lake Dam built?
Kleinsorge Lake 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 Kleinsorge Lake Dam?
Kleinsorge 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 Kleinsorge Lake Dam?
Kleinsorge Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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.