Max Rose Lake
Key Takeaway
Max Rose Lake is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 20.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 410 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 173 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,004 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30136 |
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
MAX ROSE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Max Rose Lake?
Max Rose Lake 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 Max Rose Lake?
Max Rose Lake is owned by MAX ROSE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Max Rose Lake built?
Max Rose Lake 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 Max Rose Lake?
Max Rose Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Max Rose Lake?
Max Rose Lake has a dam height of 24 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.