Bill Holida
Key Takeaway
Bill Holida is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 32 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 17 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51010 |
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 HOLIDA JR.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bill Holida?
Bill Holida 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 Holida?
Bill Holida is owned by BILL HOLIDA JR. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bill Holida built?
Bill Holida was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Holida?
Bill Holida serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, 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 Holida?
Bill Holida has a dam height of 25 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 Holida last inspected?
Bill Holida was last inspected on November 1, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.