Holden New City Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Holden New City Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 58 ft (taller than 97% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 3,350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 380 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,479 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20532 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF HOLDEN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Holden New City Reservoir?
Holden New City Reservoir is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Holden New City Reservoir?
Holden New City Reservoir is owned by CITY OF HOLDEN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Holden New City Reservoir built?
Holden New City Reservoir was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Holden New City Reservoir?
Holden New City Reservoir serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Holden New City Reservoir?
Holden New City Reservoir has a dam height of 58 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 Holden New City Reservoir last inspected?
Holden New City Reservoir was last inspected on October 26, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.