Sloan Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sloan Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 59.6% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 133 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 110 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11916 |
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
CINDI COZAD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sloan Lake Dam?
Sloan 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 Sloan Lake Dam?
Sloan Lake Dam is owned by CINDI COZAD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sloan Lake Dam built?
Sloan Lake Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Sloan Lake Dam?
Sloan Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sloan Lake Dam?
Sloan Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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.