Weir Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Weir Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 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 | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 60 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11289 |
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
ROYAL WEIR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Weir Lake Dam?
Weir 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 Weir Lake Dam?
Weir Lake Dam is owned by ROYAL WEIR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Weir Lake Dam built?
Weir Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Weir Lake Dam?
Weir Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Weir Lake Dam?
Weir 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.