Landes Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Landes Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 43.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 195 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | MO12060 |
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
LOREN D LANDES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Landes Lake Dam?
Landes Lake 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 Landes Lake Dam?
Landes Lake Dam is owned by LOREN D LANDES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Landes Lake Dam built?
Landes Lake Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Landes Lake Dam?
Landes Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Landes Lake Dam?
Landes Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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.