Habeyle Dam

KYLE CREEK· Dade, Missouri· Built 1966· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Habeyle Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 4.5% in MO)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage109 acre-ft
Normal Storage34 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area394 sq mi
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDMO20096

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

UNKNOWN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Habeyle Dam?

Habeyle 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 Habeyle Dam?

Habeyle Dam is owned by UNKNOWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Habeyle Dam built?

Habeyle Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Habeyle Dam?

Habeyle 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 Habeyle Dam?

Habeyle Dam has a dam height of 17 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.