Sagehorn Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sagehorn Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 7.1% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 400 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20170 |
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
MARVIN SAGEHORN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sagehorn Lake Dam?
Sagehorn 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 Sagehorn Lake Dam?
Sagehorn Lake Dam is owned by MARVIN SAGEHORN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sagehorn Lake Dam built?
Sagehorn Lake Dam was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Sagehorn Lake Dam?
Sagehorn Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sagehorn Lake Dam?
Sagehorn 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.