Rapp Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Rapp Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 19 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 27 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11640 |
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
WM E RAPP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rapp Lake Dam?
Rapp 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 Rapp Lake Dam?
Rapp Lake Dam is owned by WM E RAPP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rapp Lake Dam built?
Rapp Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Rapp Lake Dam?
Rapp Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rapp Lake Dam?
Rapp Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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.