Wabash Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wabash Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1890 and is 136 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 1.7% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 281 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 261 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1890 (136 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10730 |
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
CLARENCE COX
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wabash Lake Dam?
Wabash 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 Wabash Lake Dam?
Wabash Lake Dam is owned by CLARENCE COX (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wabash Lake Dam built?
Wabash Lake Dam was completed in 1890, making it 136 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 Wabash Lake Dam?
Wabash 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 Wabash Lake Dam?
Wabash Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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.