Bill Brown Dam
Key Takeaway
Bill Brown Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 54.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 578 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 128 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 8 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51230 |
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
BILL BROWN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bill Brown Dam?
Bill Brown 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 Bill Brown Dam?
Bill Brown Dam is owned by BILL BROWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bill Brown Dam built?
Bill Brown Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Bill Brown Dam?
Bill Brown Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Grade Stabilization, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bill Brown Dam?
Bill Brown Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Bill Brown Dam last inspected?
Bill Brown Dam was last inspected on August 3, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.