Maddox Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Maddox Lake 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 | 27 ft (taller than 49% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 166 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 180 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30024 |
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
ERNEST MADDOX
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Maddox Lake Dam?
Maddox 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 Maddox Lake Dam?
Maddox Lake Dam is owned by ERNEST MADDOX (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Maddox Lake Dam built?
Maddox 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 Maddox Lake Dam?
Maddox Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Maddox Lake Dam?
Maddox Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Maddox Lake Dam last inspected?
Maddox Lake Dam was last inspected on July 12, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.