Busch Wildlife Dam #34
Key Takeaway
Busch Wildlife Dam #34 is classified as significant hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 87.2% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 749 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 415 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,925 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1988 |
| NID ID | MO10094 |
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
MO DEPT OF CONSERVATION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Busch Wildlife Dam #34?
Busch Wildlife Dam #34 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 Busch Wildlife Dam #34?
Busch Wildlife Dam #34 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 Dam #34 built?
Busch Wildlife Dam #34 was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Dam #34?
Busch Wildlife Dam #34 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 Dam #34?
Busch Wildlife Dam #34 has a dam height of 37 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 Dam #34 last inspected?
Busch Wildlife Dam #34 was last inspected on September 14, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.