Smith, Raymond Lake
Key Takeaway
Smith, Raymond Lake is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 4.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 2,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 264 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 64 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 582 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20269 |
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
RAYMOND SMITH ESTATE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Smith, Raymond Lake?
Smith, Raymond Lake 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 Smith, Raymond Lake?
Smith, Raymond Lake is owned by RAYMOND SMITH ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Smith, Raymond Lake built?
Smith, Raymond Lake 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 Smith, Raymond Lake?
Smith, Raymond Lake serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Irrigation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Smith, Raymond Lake?
Smith, Raymond Lake 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.