Busch Wildlife #37 Dam
Key Takeaway
Busch Wildlife #37 Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 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 | 36 ft (taller than 86.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 380 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 240 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10088 |
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
MO DEPT OF CONSERVATION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Busch Wildlife #37 Dam?
Busch Wildlife #37 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 Busch Wildlife #37 Dam?
Busch Wildlife #37 Dam is owned by MO DEPT OF CONSERVATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Busch Wildlife #37 Dam built?
Busch Wildlife #37 Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Busch Wildlife #37 Dam?
Busch Wildlife #37 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 Busch Wildlife #37 Dam?
Busch Wildlife #37 Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Busch Wildlife #37 Dam last inspected?
Busch Wildlife #37 Dam was last inspected on March 29, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.