West Town Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
West Town Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 20.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 141 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 120 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10120 |
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
KURT ROHR PRES.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of West Town Lake Dam?
West Town 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 West Town Lake Dam?
West Town Lake Dam is owned by KURT ROHR PRES. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was West Town Lake Dam built?
West Town Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 West Town Lake Dam?
West Town Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is West Town Lake Dam?
West Town Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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.