Feutz Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Feutz Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 13.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 827 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 385 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 211 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 301 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 220 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50007 |
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
WALLACE FEUTZ
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Feutz Lake Dam?
Feutz Lake 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 Feutz Lake Dam?
Feutz Lake Dam is owned by WALLACE FEUTZ (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Feutz Lake Dam built?
Feutz Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Feutz Lake Dam?
Feutz Lake 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 Feutz Lake Dam?
Feutz Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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.