Clifford Hoehn Dam
Key Takeaway
Clifford Hoehn Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 498 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 154 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 39 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51383 |
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
CLIFFORD HOEHN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Clifford Hoehn Dam?
Clifford Hoehn 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 Clifford Hoehn Dam?
Clifford Hoehn Dam is owned by CLIFFORD HOEHN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clifford Hoehn Dam built?
Clifford Hoehn Dam was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Clifford Hoehn Dam?
Clifford Hoehn Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Clifford Hoehn Dam?
Clifford Hoehn Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Clifford Hoehn Dam last inspected?
Clifford Hoehn Dam was last inspected on March 29, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.