Paradise Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Paradise Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 5.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 250 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30914 |
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
PARADISE LAKE ASSC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Paradise Lake Dam?
Paradise 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 Paradise Lake Dam?
Paradise Lake Dam is owned by PARADISE LAKE ASSC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Paradise Lake Dam built?
Paradise Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Paradise Lake Dam?
Paradise Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Paradise Lake Dam?
Paradise Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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.