Bushwhacker Dam
Key Takeaway
Bushwhacker Dam is classified as significant hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 89.7% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 156 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 156 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 164 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10,450 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20775 |
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 Bushwhacker Dam?
Bushwhacker 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 Bushwhacker Dam?
Bushwhacker 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 Bushwhacker Dam built?
Bushwhacker Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Bushwhacker Dam?
Bushwhacker 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 Bushwhacker Dam?
Bushwhacker Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Bushwhacker Dam last inspected?
Bushwhacker Dam was last inspected on October 7, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.