Schaefer Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Schaefer Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 20.3% in MO) |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31964 |
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
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schaefer Lake Dam?
Schaefer 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 Schaefer Lake Dam?
Schaefer Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schaefer Lake Dam built?
Schaefer Lake Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Schaefer Lake Dam?
Schaefer 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 Schaefer Lake Dam?
Schaefer 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.