Lake Mintahama Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Mintahama Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 18% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 45 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 329 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20280 |
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
OZARK AREA COUNCIL GSA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Mintahama Dam?
Lake Mintahama 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 Lake Mintahama Dam?
Lake Mintahama Dam is owned by OZARK AREA COUNCIL GSA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Mintahama Dam built?
Lake Mintahama Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Mintahama Dam?
Lake Mintahama Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Mintahama Dam?
Lake Mintahama Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Mintahama Dam last inspected?
Lake Mintahama Dam was last inspected on November 19, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.