Litschell Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Litschell Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 50 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30517 |
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
EDWARD A OCKEL JR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Litschell Lake Dam?
Litschell 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 Litschell Lake Dam?
Litschell Lake Dam is owned by EDWARD A OCKEL JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Litschell Lake Dam built?
Litschell Lake Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Litschell Lake Dam?
Litschell Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Litschell Lake Dam?
Litschell 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.