Norman George Lake
Key Takeaway
Norman George Lake is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 43.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 265 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 292 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50043 |
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
NORMAN GEORGE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Norman George Lake?
Norman George Lake 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 Norman George Lake?
Norman George Lake is owned by NORMAN GEORGE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Norman George Lake built?
Norman George Lake was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Norman George Lake?
Norman George Lake serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Norman George Lake?
Norman George Lake has a dam height of 26 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.