Vaughn Deay Lake
Key Takeaway
Vaughn Deay Lake is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 39 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 154 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50025 |
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
VAUGHN DEAY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Vaughn Deay Lake?
Vaughn Deay Lake 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 Vaughn Deay Lake?
Vaughn Deay Lake is owned by VAUGHN DEAY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vaughn Deay Lake built?
Vaughn Deay Lake was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Vaughn Deay Lake?
Vaughn Deay Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Vaughn Deay Lake?
Vaughn Deay Lake 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.