Higbee City Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Higbee City Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 92.6% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 152 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1995 |
| NID ID | MO10660 |
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
2 OWNERS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Higbee City Lake Dam?
Higbee City 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 Higbee City Lake Dam?
Higbee City Lake Dam is owned by 2 OWNERS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Higbee City Lake Dam built?
Higbee City Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Higbee City Lake Dam?
Higbee City Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Higbee City Lake Dam?
Higbee City Lake Dam has a dam height of 45 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 Higbee City Lake Dam last inspected?
Higbee City Lake Dam was last inspected on May 25, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.