Lakeview Acres Dam
Key Takeaway
Lakeview Acres Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 76.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 32 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 154 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30608 |
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
LAKEVIEW ESTATES INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lakeview Acres Dam?
Lakeview Acres 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 Lakeview Acres Dam?
Lakeview Acres Dam is owned by LAKEVIEW ESTATES INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lakeview Acres Dam built?
Lakeview Acres Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Lakeview Acres Dam?
Lakeview Acres 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 Lakeview Acres Dam?
Lakeview Acres Dam has a dam height of 32 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.