Miller+Sons Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Miller+Sons Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 0.1% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 35 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10706 |
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
MILLER+SONS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Miller+Sons Lake Dam?
Miller+Sons 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 Miller+Sons Lake Dam?
Miller+Sons Lake Dam is owned by MILLER+SONS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Miller+Sons Lake Dam built?
Miller+Sons Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Miller+Sons Lake Dam?
Miller+Sons Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Miller+Sons Lake Dam?
Miller+Sons Lake Dam has a dam height of 10 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.