Montrose Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Montrose Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 79.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 30.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 11.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,700 acres |
| Drainage Area | 91,000 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20151 |
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
KANSAS CITY POWER & LITE
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Montrose Lake Dam?
Montrose 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 Montrose Lake Dam?
Montrose Lake Dam is owned by KANSAS CITY POWER & LITE (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Montrose Lake Dam built?
Montrose Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Montrose Lake Dam?
Montrose Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Montrose Lake Dam?
Montrose Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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.