Lake Hannibal Estates Upper Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Hannibal Estates Upper Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 21 ft (taller than 13.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 197 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 172 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11185 |
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
TOMMY HULSE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Hannibal Estates Upper Dam?
Lake Hannibal Estates Upper Dam 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 Lake Hannibal Estates Upper Dam?
Lake Hannibal Estates Upper Dam is owned by TOMMY HULSE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Hannibal Estates Upper Dam built?
Lake Hannibal Estates Upper Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Hannibal Estates Upper Dam?
Lake Hannibal Estates Upper 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 Lake Hannibal Estates Upper Dam?
Lake Hannibal Estates Upper Dam has a dam height of 21 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.