B. Williams Lake Dam No 1
Key Takeaway
B. Williams Lake Dam No 1 is classified as significant hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 13.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 172 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 384 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 54 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20648 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BILLIE WILLIAMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of B. Williams Lake Dam No 1?
B. Williams Lake Dam No 1 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates B. Williams Lake Dam No 1?
B. Williams Lake Dam No 1 is owned by BILLIE WILLIAMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was B. Williams Lake Dam No 1 built?
B. Williams Lake Dam No 1 was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 B. Williams Lake Dam No 1?
B. Williams Lake Dam No 1 serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is B. Williams Lake Dam No 1?
B. Williams Lake Dam No 1 has a dam height of 21 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.