Daney Dam
Key Takeaway
Daney Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 20.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 452 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 128 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 31 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51122 |
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
VICKI DANEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Daney Dam?
Daney 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 Daney Dam?
Daney Dam is owned by VICKI DANEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Daney Dam built?
Daney Dam was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Daney Dam?
Daney Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Daney Dam?
Daney 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 Daney Dam last inspected?
Daney Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.