Arrowhead Estates-Lower-Dam(Shallow)
Key Takeaway
Arrowhead Estates-Lower-Dam(Shallow) is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 150 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30847 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ARROWHEAD ESTATES SUBDVN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Arrowhead Estates-Lower-Dam(Shallow)?
Arrowhead Estates-Lower-Dam(Shallow) is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Arrowhead Estates-Lower-Dam(Shallow)?
Arrowhead Estates-Lower-Dam(Shallow) is owned by ARROWHEAD ESTATES SUBDVN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Arrowhead Estates-Lower-Dam(Shallow) built?
Arrowhead Estates-Lower-Dam(Shallow) was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Arrowhead Estates-Lower-Dam(Shallow)?
Arrowhead Estates-Lower-Dam(Shallow) 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 Arrowhead Estates-Lower-Dam(Shallow)?
Arrowhead Estates-Lower-Dam(Shallow) 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.