Rader Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Rader Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 13.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 170 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30301 |
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
JACK RADER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rader Lake Dam?
Rader 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 Rader Lake Dam?
Rader Lake Dam is owned by JACK RADER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rader Lake Dam built?
Rader Lake Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Rader Lake Dam?
Rader Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rader Lake Dam?
Rader Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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.