Reliable Chemical Company Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Reliable Chemical Company Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is other. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 130 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10963 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
RELIABLE CHEMICAL CO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Reliable Chemical Company Lake Dam?
Reliable Chemical Company Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Reliable Chemical Company Lake Dam?
Reliable Chemical Company Lake Dam is owned by RELIABLE CHEMICAL CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Reliable Chemical Company Lake Dam built?
Reliable Chemical Company Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Reliable Chemical Company Lake Dam?
Reliable Chemical Company Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Reliable Chemical Company Lake Dam?
Reliable Chemical Company Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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.