Lions Community Park Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lions Community Park Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 134 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 160 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10477 |
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
CITY OF MERCER
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lions Community Park Lake Dam?
Lions Community Park 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 Lions Community Park Lake Dam?
Lions Community Park Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF MERCER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lions Community Park Lake Dam built?
Lions Community Park Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Lions Community Park Lake Dam?
Lions Community Park Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lions Community Park Lake Dam?
Lions Community Park Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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.