Qualles Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Qualles Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 89% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 790 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 570 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11452 |
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
CHARLES UNTERBRINK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Qualles Lake Dam?
Qualles 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 Qualles Lake Dam?
Qualles Lake Dam is owned by CHARLES UNTERBRINK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Qualles Lake Dam built?
Qualles Lake Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Qualles Lake Dam?
Qualles 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 Qualles Lake Dam?
Qualles Lake Dam has a dam height of 39 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.