Van Dyne Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Van Dyne Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 59.6% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 812 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 159 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 340 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 90 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20796 |
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
JOHN VAN DYNE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Van Dyne Lake Dam?
Van Dyne 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 Van Dyne Lake Dam?
Van Dyne Lake Dam is owned by JOHN VAN DYNE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Van Dyne Lake Dam built?
Van Dyne Lake Dam was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Van Dyne Lake Dam?
Van Dyne Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Van Dyne Lake Dam?
Van Dyne Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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.