Olenhouse Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Olenhouse Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 7.1% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 182 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 113 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 130 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10408 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CLAIRE OLENHOUSE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Olenhouse Lake Dam?
Olenhouse Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Olenhouse Lake Dam?
Olenhouse Lake Dam is owned by CLAIRE OLENHOUSE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Olenhouse Lake Dam built?
Olenhouse Lake Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Olenhouse Lake Dam?
Olenhouse Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Olenhouse Lake Dam?
Olenhouse Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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.