Spangler Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Spangler Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 7.1% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 450 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20786 |
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 W. SPANGLER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Spangler Lake Dam?
Spangler 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 Spangler Lake Dam?
Spangler Lake Dam is owned by ROBERT W. SPANGLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spangler Lake Dam built?
Spangler Lake Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Spangler Lake Dam?
Spangler Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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.