Hiser Dam No 1
Key Takeaway
Hiser Dam No 1 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 79.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 32 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 256 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50425 |
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
GEORGE HISER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hiser Dam No 1?
Hiser Dam No 1 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 Hiser Dam No 1?
Hiser Dam No 1 is owned by GEORGE HISER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hiser Dam No 1 built?
Hiser Dam No 1 was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Hiser Dam No 1?
Hiser Dam No 1 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Grade Stabilization, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hiser Dam No 1?
Hiser Dam No 1 has a dam height of 33 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.