Lake Warrenton Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Warrenton Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 43 ft (taller than 91.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 376 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 376 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 104 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31523 |
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
Kim Smith
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Warrenton Dam?
Lake Warrenton 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 Warrenton Dam?
Lake Warrenton Dam is owned by Kim Smith (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Warrenton Dam built?
Lake Warrenton 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 Warrenton Dam?
Lake Warrenton 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 Warrenton Dam?
Lake Warrenton Dam has a dam height of 43 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 Warrenton Dam last inspected?
Lake Warrenton Dam was last inspected on August 2, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.