Timberlane Lake
Key Takeaway
Timberlane Lake is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 770 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30206 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Timberlane Lake?
Timberlane Lake 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 Timberlane Lake?
Timberlane Lake is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Timberlane Lake built?
Timberlane Lake was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Timberlane Lake?
Timberlane Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Timberlane Lake?
Timberlane Lake has a dam height of 30 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 Timberlane Lake last inspected?
Timberlane Lake was last inspected on April 22, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.