Turkey Toe Canyon Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Turkey Toe Canyon Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 50 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30812 |
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
RAY POURNEY
Private
Nearby Dams
Twin Lakes Lower Dam
Perry, MO
Low Hazard 33 ftLegion Lake Dam
Perry, MO
Low Hazard 30 ftLakenan Lake Dam
Perry, MO
High Hazard 30 ftEllis Lake Dam
Perry, MO
High Hazard 29 ftMary's Lake Dam
Perry, MO
Low Hazard 30 ftPerry County Comm. Lake Dam
Perry, MO
High Hazard 47 ftRock Valley Lake Dam
Perry, MO
Low Hazard 25 ftRodney Barber Dam
Perry, MO
Low Hazard 25 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Turkey Toe Canyon Lake Dam?
Turkey Toe Canyon 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 Turkey Toe Canyon Lake Dam?
Turkey Toe Canyon Lake Dam is owned by RAY POURNEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Turkey Toe Canyon Lake Dam built?
Turkey Toe Canyon 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 Turkey Toe Canyon Lake Dam?
Turkey Toe Canyon 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 Turkey Toe Canyon Lake Dam?
Turkey Toe Canyon 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.