Seven Lakes Dam #4
Key Takeaway
Seven Lakes Dam #4 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 | 38 ft (taller than 88.1% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 266 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 266 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 613 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31852 |
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 Seven Lakes Dam #4?
Seven Lakes Dam #4 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 Seven Lakes Dam #4?
Seven Lakes Dam #4 is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Seven Lakes Dam #4 built?
Seven Lakes Dam #4 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 Seven Lakes Dam #4?
Seven Lakes Dam #4 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 Seven Lakes Dam #4?
Seven Lakes Dam #4 has a dam height of 38 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.
When was Seven Lakes Dam #4 last inspected?
Seven Lakes Dam #4 was last inspected on April 19, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.