Holden Reservoir Dam West
Key Takeaway
Holden Reservoir Dam West is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1929 and is 97 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 | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,300 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1929 (97 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20194 |
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 Reservoir Dam West?
Holden Reservoir Dam West 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 Reservoir Dam West?
Holden Reservoir Dam West 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 West built?
Holden Reservoir Dam West was completed in 1929, making it 97 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 West?
Holden Reservoir Dam West 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 West?
Holden Reservoir Dam West has a dam height of 25 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.