Deefreece
Key Takeaway
Deefreece is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 73.7% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 190 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 96 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 121 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50651 |
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
JIM DEFREECE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Deefreece?
Deefreece 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 Deefreece?
Deefreece is owned by JIM DEFREECE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deefreece built?
Deefreece was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Deefreece?
Deefreece serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Deefreece?
Deefreece has a dam height of 31 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.