Skinner-Sorth-Koch-Kreider Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Skinner-Sorth-Koch-Kreider Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 240 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30362 |
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
SKINNER-SORTH-KOCH-KREID
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Skinner-Sorth-Koch-Kreider Lake Dam?
Skinner-Sorth-Koch-Kreider 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 Skinner-Sorth-Koch-Kreider Lake Dam?
Skinner-Sorth-Koch-Kreider Lake Dam is owned by SKINNER-SORTH-KOCH-KREID (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Skinner-Sorth-Koch-Kreider Lake Dam built?
Skinner-Sorth-Koch-Kreider Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Skinner-Sorth-Koch-Kreider Lake Dam?
Skinner-Sorth-Koch-Kreider Lake Dam 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 Skinner-Sorth-Koch-Kreider Lake Dam?
Skinner-Sorth-Koch-Kreider Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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.