Holden Reservoir Dam East
Key Takeaway
Holden Reservoir Dam East is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 7.1% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 193 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,200 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20221 |
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
CITY OF HOLDEN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Holden Reservoir Dam East?
Holden Reservoir Dam East 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 Holden Reservoir Dam East?
Holden Reservoir Dam East is owned by CITY OF HOLDEN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Holden Reservoir Dam East built?
Holden Reservoir Dam East was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Reservoir Dam East?
Holden Reservoir Dam East 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 Reservoir Dam East?
Holden Reservoir Dam East has a dam height of 20 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.