David Defreece
Key Takeaway
David Defreece is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 79.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 275 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 186 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 31 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50840 |
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
DAVID DEFREECE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of David Defreece?
David Defreece 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 David Defreece?
David Defreece is owned by DAVID DEFREECE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was David Defreece built?
David Defreece was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 David Defreece?
David Defreece serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is David Defreece?
David Defreece has a dam height of 33 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.