Lac Bergerac Dam
Key Takeaway
Lac Bergerac Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 88.1% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 113 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 68 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1994 |
| NID ID | MO30278 |
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
TERRE DU LAC POA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lac Bergerac Dam?
Lac Bergerac 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 Lac Bergerac Dam?
Lac Bergerac Dam is owned by TERRE DU LAC POA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lac Bergerac Dam built?
Lac Bergerac Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Lac Bergerac Dam?
Lac Bergerac 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 Lac Bergerac Dam?
Lac Bergerac Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Lac Bergerac Dam last inspected?
Lac Bergerac Dam was last inspected on April 6, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.