Lone Summit Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lone Summit Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 43.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 139 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 80 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20084 |
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
MR DONALD SUMMERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lone Summit Lake Dam?
Lone Summit 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 Lone Summit Lake Dam?
Lone Summit Lake Dam is owned by MR DONALD SUMMERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lone Summit Lake Dam built?
Lone Summit Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Summit Lake Dam?
Lone Summit 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 Lone Summit Lake Dam?
Lone Summit 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.