Salisbury Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Salisbury Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 13.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,675 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 158 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 589 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 95 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11404 |
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
BENNIE SALISBURY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Salisbury Lake Dam?
Salisbury 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 Salisbury Lake Dam?
Salisbury Lake Dam is owned by BENNIE SALISBURY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Salisbury Lake Dam built?
Salisbury 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 Salisbury Lake Dam?
Salisbury Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Salisbury Lake Dam?
Salisbury Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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.