Burton Duenke #4 Dam
Key Takeaway
Burton Duenke #4 Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 43 ft (taller than 91.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 258 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 258 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 74 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31713 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DUENKE ENTERPRISES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Burton Duenke #4 Dam?
Burton Duenke #4 Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Burton Duenke #4 Dam?
Burton Duenke #4 Dam is owned by DUENKE ENTERPRISES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burton Duenke #4 Dam built?
Burton Duenke #4 Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Burton Duenke #4 Dam?
Burton Duenke #4 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 Burton Duenke #4 Dam?
Burton Duenke #4 Dam has a dam height of 43 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 Burton Duenke #4 Dam last inspected?
Burton Duenke #4 Dam was last inspected on August 18, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.