Maple Leaf Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Maple Leaf Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 50 ft (taller than 95% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 120 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 12,161 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20792 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MO DEPT OF CONSERVATION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Maple Leaf Lake Dam?
Maple Leaf Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Maple Leaf Lake Dam?
Maple Leaf Lake Dam is owned by MO DEPT OF CONSERVATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Maple Leaf Lake Dam built?
Maple Leaf Lake Dam was completed in 1991, making it 35 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Maple Leaf Lake Dam?
Maple Leaf Lake Dam has a dam height of 50 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 Maple Leaf Lake Dam last inspected?
Maple Leaf Lake Dam was last inspected on September 2, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.