Smarr Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Smarr Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 224 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 28 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10899 |
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
ROBERT SMARR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Smarr Lake Dam?
Smarr 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 Smarr Lake Dam?
Smarr Lake Dam is owned by ROBERT SMARR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Smarr Lake Dam built?
Smarr Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Smarr Lake Dam?
Smarr Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Grade Stabilization, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Smarr Lake Dam?
Smarr Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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.