Opfer Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Opfer Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 77 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20427 |
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
WILBERT OPFER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Opfer Lake Dam?
Opfer 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 Opfer Lake Dam?
Opfer Lake Dam is owned by WILBERT OPFER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Opfer Lake Dam built?
Opfer Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Opfer Lake Dam?
Opfer Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Grade Stabilization, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Opfer Lake Dam?
Opfer 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.