Newland East Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Newland East Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 883 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 486 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20067 |
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
JAMES T NEWLAND
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Newland East Lake Dam?
Newland East 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 Newland East Lake Dam?
Newland East Lake Dam is owned by JAMES T NEWLAND (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Newland East Lake Dam built?
Newland East Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Newland East Lake Dam?
Newland East Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Grade Stabilization, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Newland East Lake Dam?
Newland East Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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.