Lake Claradean(Too Small)
Key Takeaway
Lake Claradean(Too Small) is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 4.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 145 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30325 |
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
GATEWAY WEST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Claradean(Too Small)?
Lake Claradean(Too Small) 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 Lake Claradean(Too Small)?
Lake Claradean(Too Small) is owned by GATEWAY WEST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Claradean(Too Small) built?
Lake Claradean(Too Small) was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Lake Claradean(Too Small)?
Lake Claradean(Too Small) 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 Lake Claradean(Too Small)?
Lake Claradean(Too Small) has a dam height of 17 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 Lake Claradean(Too Small) last inspected?
Lake Claradean(Too Small) was last inspected on March 27, 1981. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.