New Melle Lake Estates Dam
Key Takeaway
New Melle Lake Estates Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 40 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10817 |
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
NEW MELLE LAKE ESTATES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of New Melle Lake Estates Dam?
New Melle Lake Estates 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 New Melle Lake Estates Dam?
New Melle Lake Estates Dam is owned by NEW MELLE LAKE ESTATES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was New Melle Lake Estates Dam built?
New Melle Lake Estates Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 New Melle Lake Estates Dam?
New Melle Lake Estates Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is New Melle Lake Estates Dam?
New Melle Lake Estates Dam has a dam height of 30 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.