Swan Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Swan Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 1.4% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 8,685 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 14.9K acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 20,674 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10308 |
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
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Swan Lake Dam?
Swan 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 Swan Lake Dam?
Swan Lake Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Swan Lake Dam built?
Swan Lake Dam was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Swan Lake Dam?
Swan Lake Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Swan Lake Dam?
Swan Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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.
When was Swan Lake Dam last inspected?
Swan Lake Dam was last inspected on August 22, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.