Tipton Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tipton Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 50 sq mi |
| NID ID | MO11728 |
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
ROBERT TIPTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tipton Lake Dam?
Tipton 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 Tipton Lake Dam?
Tipton Lake Dam is owned by ROBERT TIPTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Tipton Lake Dam?
Tipton Lake Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Tipton Lake Dam?
Tipton Lake Dam 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.