Kysar Lake
Key Takeaway
Kysar Lake is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 5.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 209 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 102 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 50 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50843 |
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
AL KYSER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kysar Lake?
Kysar Lake 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 Kysar Lake?
Kysar Lake is owned by AL KYSER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kysar Lake built?
Kysar Lake was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Kysar Lake?
Kysar Lake 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 Kysar Lake?
Kysar Lake has a dam height of 18 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.