Veasmann Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Veasmann Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 40 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31544 |
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
CLAUDE VEASMANN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Veasmann Lake Dam?
Veasmann 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 Veasmann Lake Dam?
Veasmann Lake Dam is owned by CLAUDE VEASMANN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Veasmann Lake Dam built?
Veasmann Lake Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Veasmann Lake Dam?
Veasmann Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Veasmann Lake Dam?
Veasmann 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.