Circle V Dam
Key Takeaway
Circle V Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 20.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 141 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 59 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51500 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
CIRCLE V ENTERPRISES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Circle V Dam?
Circle V Dam 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 Circle V Dam?
Circle V Dam is owned by CIRCLE V ENTERPRISES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Circle V Dam built?
Circle V Dam was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 Circle V Dam?
Circle V Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Circle V Dam?
Circle V Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Circle V Dam last inspected?
Circle V Dam was last inspected on October 3, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.