Dogwood Hills Dam
Key Takeaway
Dogwood Hills Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 79.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 25 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31607 |
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
DOGWOOD HILLS GOLF COURS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dogwood Hills Dam?
Dogwood Hills 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 Dogwood Hills Dam?
Dogwood Hills Dam is owned by DOGWOOD HILLS GOLF COURS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dogwood Hills Dam built?
Dogwood Hills Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Dogwood Hills Dam?
Dogwood Hills Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dogwood Hills Dam?
Dogwood Hills Dam 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.