Werges Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Werges Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 14.9% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 135 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10942 |
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
HOWARD E WERGES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Werges Lake Dam?
Werges 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 Werges Lake Dam?
Werges Lake Dam is owned by HOWARD E WERGES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Werges Lake Dam built?
Werges Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Werges Lake Dam?
Werges Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Werges Lake Dam?
Werges Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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.