Knittel Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Knittel Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 82.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 36 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10030 |
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
JACK KNITTEL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Knittel Lake Dam?
Knittel 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 Knittel Lake Dam?
Knittel Lake Dam is owned by JACK KNITTEL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Knittel Lake Dam built?
Knittel Lake Dam was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Knittel Lake Dam?
Knittel Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Knittel Lake Dam?
Knittel Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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.