Pinewoods Lake
Key Takeaway
Pinewoods Lake is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 76.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 366 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 264 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31558 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Pinewoods Lake?
Pinewoods 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 Pinewoods Lake?
Pinewoods Lake is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pinewoods Lake built?
Pinewoods Lake was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Pinewoods Lake?
Pinewoods Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pinewoods Lake?
Pinewoods Lake has a dam height of 32 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.
When was Pinewoods Lake last inspected?
Pinewoods Lake was last inspected on December 7, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.