102 River Tributaries Dam 16
Key Takeaway
102 River Tributaries Dam 16 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 14.9% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 161 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 122 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,987 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | MO12092 |
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
102 RIV TRIB WRSD SUBDIS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of 102 River Tributaries Dam 16?
102 River Tributaries Dam 16 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 102 River Tributaries Dam 16?
102 River Tributaries Dam 16 is owned by 102 RIV TRIB WRSD SUBDIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was 102 River Tributaries Dam 16 built?
102 River Tributaries Dam 16 was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 102 River Tributaries Dam 16?
102 River Tributaries Dam 16 serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is 102 River Tributaries Dam 16?
102 River Tributaries Dam 16 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.