Roadside Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Roadside Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 7.1% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 570 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31047 |
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
JOHN WEIR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Roadside Lake Dam?
Roadside 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 Roadside Lake Dam?
Roadside Lake Dam is owned by JOHN WEIR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Roadside Lake Dam built?
Roadside Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Roadside Lake Dam?
Roadside 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 Roadside Lake Dam?
Roadside Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Roadside Lake Dam last inspected?
Roadside Lake Dam was last inspected on January 21, 1981. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.