Dennis Patterson
Key Takeaway
Dennis Patterson is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 82.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 261 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 102 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51237 |
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
DENNIS PATTERSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dennis Patterson?
Dennis Patterson 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 Dennis Patterson?
Dennis Patterson is owned by DENNIS PATTERSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dennis Patterson built?
Dennis Patterson was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Dennis Patterson?
Dennis Patterson serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Grade Stabilization, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dennis Patterson?
Dennis Patterson has a dam height of 34 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 Dennis Patterson last inspected?
Dennis Patterson was last inspected on May 30, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.