Stevens Lake Dam North
Key Takeaway
Stevens Lake Dam North is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 385 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11374 |
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
JOSEPH H STEVENS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stevens Lake Dam North?
Stevens Lake Dam North 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 Stevens Lake Dam North?
Stevens Lake Dam North is owned by JOSEPH H STEVENS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stevens Lake Dam North built?
Stevens Lake Dam North 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 Stevens Lake Dam North?
Stevens Lake Dam North serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Stevens Lake Dam North?
Stevens Lake Dam North 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.