Niehaus Brothers Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Niehaus Brothers Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 59.6% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 380 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10582 |
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
D. GREENWOOD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Niehaus Brothers Lake Dam?
Niehaus Brothers 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 Niehaus Brothers Lake Dam?
Niehaus Brothers Lake Dam is owned by D. GREENWOOD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Niehaus Brothers Lake Dam built?
Niehaus Brothers Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Niehaus Brothers Lake Dam?
Niehaus Brothers 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 Niehaus Brothers Lake Dam?
Niehaus Brothers Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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.