Shull Lake South Cove Dam
Key Takeaway
Shull Lake South Cove Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 4.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 142 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 147 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 43 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10642 |
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
JOY SHULL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shull Lake South Cove Dam?
Shull Lake South Cove 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 Shull Lake South Cove Dam?
Shull Lake South Cove Dam is owned by JOY SHULL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shull Lake South Cove Dam built?
Shull Lake South Cove Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Shull Lake South Cove Dam?
Shull Lake South Cove Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Shull Lake South Cove Dam?
Shull Lake South Cove Dam has a dam height of 17 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.