Rossi Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Rossi Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 20.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 150 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10979 |
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
T J ROSSI
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rossi Lake Dam?
Rossi 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 Rossi Lake Dam?
Rossi Lake Dam is owned by T J ROSSI (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rossi Lake Dam built?
Rossi Lake Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Rossi Lake Dam?
Rossi 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 Rossi Lake Dam?
Rossi Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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.