Burton Duenke Dam #6

TR-OSAGE RIVER· Camden, Missouri· Built 1974· Earth· 42 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Burton Duenke Dam #6 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 42 ft (taller than 91% in MO)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage42 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge17 cfs
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)
NID IDMO31612

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 17, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Dam and Reservoir Safety Program

Ownership

DUENKE ENTERPRISES

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Burton Duenke Dam #6?

Burton Duenke Dam #6 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 Burton Duenke Dam #6?

Burton Duenke Dam #6 is owned by DUENKE ENTERPRISES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Burton Duenke Dam #6 built?

Burton Duenke Dam #6 was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Dam #6?

Burton Duenke Dam #6 serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Burton Duenke Dam #6?

Burton Duenke Dam #6 has a dam height of 42 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 Dam #6 last inspected?

Burton Duenke Dam #6 was last inspected on October 17, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.