Trager Lake Dam West
Key Takeaway
Trager Lake Dam West is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 79.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 141 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 75 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10687 |
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
ROSEMARY TRAGER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Trager Lake Dam West?
Trager Lake Dam West 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 Trager Lake Dam West?
Trager Lake Dam West is owned by ROSEMARY TRAGER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Trager Lake Dam West built?
Trager Lake Dam West 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 Trager Lake Dam West?
Trager Lake Dam West serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Trager Lake Dam West?
Trager Lake Dam West has a dam height of 33 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.