Top Notch Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Top Notch Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 173 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31152 |
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
HOLIDAY EUREKA CORPORATN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Top Notch Lake Dam?
Top Notch 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 Top Notch Lake Dam?
Top Notch Lake Dam is owned by HOLIDAY EUREKA CORPORATN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Top Notch Lake Dam built?
Top Notch Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Top Notch Lake Dam?
Top Notch 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 Top Notch Lake Dam?
Top Notch Lake Dam 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.