Hill Creek Acres Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hill Creek Acres Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 76.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 40 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30499 |
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
HILL CRK AC CITIZENS AS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hill Creek Acres Lake Dam?
Hill Creek Acres 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 Hill Creek Acres Lake Dam?
Hill Creek Acres Lake Dam is owned by HILL CRK AC CITIZENS AS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hill Creek Acres Lake Dam built?
Hill Creek Acres Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Hill Creek Acres Lake Dam?
Hill Creek Acres Lake 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 Hill Creek Acres Lake Dam?
Hill Creek Acres Lake 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.
When was Hill Creek Acres Lake Dam last inspected?
Hill Creek Acres Lake Dam was last inspected on December 22, 1997. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.