Morgan Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Morgan Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 18% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 346 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 58 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10049 |
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
RICHARD MORGAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Morgan Lake Dam?
Morgan 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 Morgan Lake Dam?
Morgan Lake Dam is owned by RICHARD MORGAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Morgan Lake Dam built?
Morgan Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Morgan Lake Dam?
Morgan Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Morgan Lake Dam?
Morgan Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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.