Hereford Valley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hereford Valley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 82.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 182 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 150 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10654 |
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
ELMER L MYERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hereford Valley Lake Dam?
Hereford Valley 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 Hereford Valley Lake Dam?
Hereford Valley Lake Dam is owned by ELMER L MYERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hereford Valley Lake Dam built?
Hereford Valley Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Hereford Valley Lake Dam?
Hereford Valley Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hereford Valley Lake Dam?
Hereford Valley Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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.