Miles Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Miles Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 20.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 115 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 263 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11631 |
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
DALE MILES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Miles Lake Dam?
Miles 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 Miles Lake Dam?
Miles Lake Dam is owned by DALE MILES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Miles Lake Dam built?
Miles Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Miles Lake Dam?
Miles Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Miles Lake Dam?
Miles Lake Dam 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.