Fun Valley Dam
Key Takeaway
Fun Valley Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 76.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 188 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 140 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30413 |
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
FIRST CENTRAL SERVC CORP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fun Valley Dam?
Fun Valley 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 Fun Valley Dam?
Fun Valley Dam is owned by FIRST CENTRAL SERVC CORP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fun Valley Dam built?
Fun Valley Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Fun Valley Dam?
Fun Valley Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fun Valley Dam?
Fun Valley Dam has a dam height of 32 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.