Huzzah 1 (Howes Mill Lake)
Key Takeaway
Huzzah 1 (Howes Mill Lake) is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1901 and is 125 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 | 21 ft (taller than 13.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1901 (125 years old) |
| NID ID | MO32005 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Huzzah 1 (Howes Mill Lake)?
Huzzah 1 (Howes Mill Lake) 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 Huzzah 1 (Howes Mill Lake)?
Huzzah 1 (Howes Mill Lake) is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Huzzah 1 (Howes Mill Lake) built?
Huzzah 1 (Howes Mill Lake) was completed in 1901, making it 125 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 Huzzah 1 (Howes Mill Lake)?
Huzzah 1 (Howes Mill Lake) 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 Huzzah 1 (Howes Mill Lake)?
Huzzah 1 (Howes Mill Lake) has a dam height of 21 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 Huzzah 1 (Howes Mill Lake) last inspected?
Huzzah 1 (Howes Mill Lake) was last inspected on April 14, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.