Uhlmeyer Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Uhlmeyer Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 200 sq mi |
| NID ID | MO12080 |
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
BERNARD UHLMEYER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Uhlmeyer Lake Dam?
Uhlmeyer 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 Uhlmeyer Lake Dam?
Uhlmeyer Lake Dam is owned by BERNARD UHLMEYER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Uhlmeyer Lake Dam?
Uhlmeyer Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Uhlmeyer Lake Dam?
Uhlmeyer 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.