Twin Lakes Lower Dam
Key Takeaway
Twin Lakes Lower Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 79.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 141 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 110 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30810 |
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
TWIN LAKES INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Twin Lakes Lower Dam?
Twin Lakes Lower 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 Twin Lakes Lower Dam?
Twin Lakes Lower Dam is owned by TWIN LAKES INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Twin Lakes Lower Dam built?
Twin Lakes Lower Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Twin Lakes Lower Dam?
Twin Lakes Lower 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 Twin Lakes Lower Dam?
Twin Lakes Lower Dam 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.