Lake Pajaska Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Pajaska Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 59.6% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 356 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 26 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 183 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20400 |
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
DAY FARMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Pajaska Dam?
Lake Pajaska 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 Pajaska Dam?
Lake Pajaska Dam is owned by DAY FARMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Pajaska Dam built?
Lake Pajaska Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Pajaska Dam?
Lake Pajaska 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 Pajaska Dam?
Lake Pajaska Dam has a dam height of 29 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.