Tobben Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tobben Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 82.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 35 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31430 |
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
DR. MARK TOBBEN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tobben Lake Dam?
Tobben 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 Tobben Lake Dam?
Tobben Lake Dam is owned by DR. MARK TOBBEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tobben Lake Dam built?
Tobben Lake Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Tobben Lake Dam?
Tobben Lake Dam 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 Tobben Lake Dam?
Tobben Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Tobben Lake Dam last inspected?
Tobben Lake Dam was last inspected on March 17, 1992. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.