Kohl Irrigation Lake-South
Key Takeaway
Kohl Irrigation Lake-South is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 14 ft (taller than 1.4% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 355 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11208 |
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
FRED KOHL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kohl Irrigation Lake-South?
Kohl Irrigation Lake-South 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 Kohl Irrigation Lake-South?
Kohl Irrigation Lake-South is owned by FRED KOHL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kohl Irrigation Lake-South built?
Kohl Irrigation Lake-South was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Kohl Irrigation Lake-South?
Kohl Irrigation Lake-South serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kohl Irrigation Lake-South?
Kohl Irrigation Lake-South has a dam height of 14 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.
When was Kohl Irrigation Lake-South last inspected?
Kohl Irrigation Lake-South was last inspected on July 9, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.