Townley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Townley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 4.1% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 190 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 135 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20094 |
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 TOWNLEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Townley Lake Dam?
Townley 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 Townley Lake Dam?
Townley Lake Dam is owned by ROBERT TOWNLEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Townley Lake Dam built?
Townley Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Townley Lake Dam?
Townley 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 Townley Lake Dam?
Townley Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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.