Vannoy West Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Vannoy West Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 193 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 500 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | MO12108 |
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
ROBERT + CHARLES VANNOY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Vannoy West Lake Dam?
Vannoy West 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 Vannoy West Lake Dam?
Vannoy West Lake Dam is owned by ROBERT + CHARLES VANNOY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vannoy West Lake Dam built?
Vannoy West Lake Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Vannoy West Lake Dam?
Vannoy West Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Vannoy West Lake Dam?
Vannoy West Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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.