Schneider Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Schneider Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 43.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 490 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 242 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 15 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50330 |
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
J. DAVID SCHNEIDER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schneider Lake Dam?
Schneider 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 Schneider Lake Dam?
Schneider Lake Dam is owned by J. DAVID SCHNEIDER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schneider Lake Dam built?
Schneider Lake Dam was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Schneider Lake Dam?
Schneider Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Schneider Lake Dam?
Schneider Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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.