Mclean, Lee & Hammons, John Q Lake #3
Key Takeaway
Mclean, Lee & Hammons, John Q Lake #3 is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 1.7% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 635 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20397 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
L MCLEAN & J Q HAMMONS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mclean, Lee & Hammons, John Q Lake #3?
Mclean, Lee & Hammons, John Q Lake #3 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Mclean, Lee & Hammons, John Q Lake #3?
Mclean, Lee & Hammons, John Q Lake #3 is owned by L MCLEAN & J Q HAMMONS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mclean, Lee & Hammons, John Q Lake #3 built?
Mclean, Lee & Hammons, John Q Lake #3 was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Mclean, Lee & Hammons, John Q Lake #3?
Mclean, Lee & Hammons, John Q Lake #3 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mclean, Lee & Hammons, John Q Lake #3?
Mclean, Lee & Hammons, John Q Lake #3 has a dam height of 15 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 Mclean, Lee & Hammons, John Q Lake #3 last inspected?
Mclean, Lee & Hammons, John Q Lake #3 was last inspected on May 15, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.