Big Woods Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Big Woods Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 88.1% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 730 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 249 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 249 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 722 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31655 |
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
BIG WOODS, INCORPORATED
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Big Woods Lake Dam?
Big Woods 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 Big Woods Lake Dam?
Big Woods Lake Dam is owned by BIG WOODS, INCORPORATED (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Woods Lake Dam built?
Big Woods Lake Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Big Woods Lake Dam?
Big Woods 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 Big Woods Lake Dam?
Big Woods Lake Dam has a dam height of 38 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.
When was Big Woods Lake Dam last inspected?
Big Woods Lake Dam was last inspected on September 21, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.