Norfleet Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Norfleet Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 14.9% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 355 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 200 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 59 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20722 |
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
HAROLD NORFLEET
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Norfleet Lake Dam?
Norfleet 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 Norfleet Lake Dam?
Norfleet Lake Dam is owned by HAROLD NORFLEET (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Norfleet Lake Dam built?
Norfleet Lake Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Norfleet Lake Dam?
Norfleet 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 Norfleet Lake Dam?
Norfleet Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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.