Dwight Milligan Sr Dam
Key Takeaway
Dwight Milligan Sr Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 59.6% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 266 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 75 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 20 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51214 |
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
DWIGHT MILLIGAN SR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dwight Milligan Sr Dam?
Dwight Milligan Sr 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 Dwight Milligan Sr Dam?
Dwight Milligan Sr Dam is owned by DWIGHT MILLIGAN SR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dwight Milligan Sr Dam built?
Dwight Milligan Sr Dam was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Dwight Milligan Sr Dam?
Dwight Milligan Sr 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 Dwight Milligan Sr Dam?
Dwight Milligan Sr Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Dwight Milligan Sr Dam last inspected?
Dwight Milligan Sr Dam was last inspected on November 21, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.