Buick Lower Treatment Dam
Key Takeaway
Buick Lower Treatment Dam is classified as significant hazard in Missouri. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 147 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 359 acre-ft |
| NID ID | MO31142 |
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
The Doe Run Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Buick Lower Treatment Dam?
Buick Lower Treatment Dam 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 Buick Lower Treatment Dam?
Buick Lower Treatment Dam is owned by The Doe Run Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Buick Lower Treatment Dam?
Buick Lower Treatment Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Buick Lower Treatment Dam?
Buick Lower Treatment Dam 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.