Young Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Young Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 4.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 588 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 299 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 38 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20486 |
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
J C YOUNG
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Young Lake Dam?
Young 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 Young Lake Dam?
Young Lake Dam is owned by J C YOUNG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Young Lake Dam built?
Young Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Young Lake Dam?
Young Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Young Lake Dam?
Young Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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.