Shady Oaks Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Shady Oaks Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 7.1% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 818 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10125 |
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
IRVIN POCHER + C GLEN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shady Oaks Lake Dam?
Shady Oaks 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 Shady Oaks Lake Dam?
Shady Oaks Lake Dam is owned by IRVIN POCHER + C GLEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shady Oaks Lake Dam built?
Shady Oaks Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Shady Oaks Lake Dam?
Shady Oaks Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Shady Oaks Lake Dam?
Shady Oaks 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.