Deveny Dam
Key Takeaway
Deveny Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 43.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 147 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 26 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51501 |
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
TOM DEVENY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Deveny Dam?
Deveny 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 Deveny Dam?
Deveny Dam is owned by TOM DEVENY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deveny Dam built?
Deveny Dam was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 Deveny Dam?
Deveny Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Deveny Dam?
Deveny Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Deveny Dam last inspected?
Deveny Dam was last inspected on October 3, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.