Rolfling Lake Dam-Sec 36 (Dry)
Key Takeaway
Rolfling Lake Dam-Sec 36 (Dry) is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 147 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,340 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10368 |
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
DICK ROLFING
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rolfling Lake Dam-Sec 36 (Dry)?
Rolfling Lake Dam-Sec 36 (Dry) 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 Rolfling Lake Dam-Sec 36 (Dry)?
Rolfling Lake Dam-Sec 36 (Dry) is owned by DICK ROLFING (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rolfling Lake Dam-Sec 36 (Dry) built?
Rolfling Lake Dam-Sec 36 (Dry) was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Rolfling Lake Dam-Sec 36 (Dry)?
Rolfling Lake Dam-Sec 36 (Dry) 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 Rolfling Lake Dam-Sec 36 (Dry)?
Rolfling Lake Dam-Sec 36 (Dry) 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.