Sweitzer Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sweitzer Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 7.1% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 171 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 165 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11191 |
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
JOE SWEITZER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sweitzer Lake Dam?
Sweitzer 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 Sweitzer Lake Dam?
Sweitzer Lake Dam is owned by JOE SWEITZER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sweitzer Lake Dam built?
Sweitzer Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Sweitzer Lake Dam?
Sweitzer Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sweitzer Lake Dam?
Sweitzer 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.