Talbert Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Talbert Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 1.7% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 255 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11209 |
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
WENDELL TALBERT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Talbert Lake Dam?
Talbert 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 Talbert Lake Dam?
Talbert Lake Dam is owned by WENDELL TALBERT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Talbert Lake Dam built?
Talbert Lake Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Talbert Lake Dam?
Talbert Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Talbert Lake Dam?
Talbert Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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.