Lone Elk Lower Dam
Key Takeaway
Lone Elk Lower Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 92.6% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 331 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 331 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 39 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30850 |
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
ST LOUIS COUNTY
Local Government
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Low Hazard 22 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lone Elk Lower Dam?
Lone Elk Lower 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 Lone Elk Lower Dam?
Lone Elk Lower Dam is owned by ST LOUIS COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lone Elk Lower Dam built?
Lone Elk Lower 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 Lone Elk Lower Dam?
Lone Elk Lower Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lone Elk Lower Dam?
Lone Elk Lower Dam has a dam height of 45 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.
When was Lone Elk Lower Dam last inspected?
Lone Elk Lower Dam was last inspected on January 18, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.