Lightfoot Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lightfoot Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 7.1% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 261 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 48 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10610 |
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
HAROLD LIGHTFOOT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lightfoot Lake Dam?
Lightfoot 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 Lightfoot Lake Dam?
Lightfoot Lake Dam is owned by HAROLD LIGHTFOOT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lightfoot Lake Dam built?
Lightfoot Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Lightfoot Lake Dam?
Lightfoot Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Grade Stabilization, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lightfoot Lake Dam?
Lightfoot Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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.