Shirkey Recreation Park Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Shirkey Recreation Park Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 18% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 83 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 270 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11966 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SHIRKEY GOLF CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shirkey Recreation Park Lake Dam?
Shirkey Recreation Park Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Shirkey Recreation Park Lake Dam?
Shirkey Recreation Park Lake Dam is owned by SHIRKEY GOLF CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shirkey Recreation Park Lake Dam built?
Shirkey Recreation Park Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Shirkey Recreation Park Lake Dam?
Shirkey Recreation Park Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Shirkey Recreation Park Lake Dam?
Shirkey Recreation Park Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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.