Irene Hidritch
Key Takeaway
Irene Hidritch is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 49% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 282 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 237 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 86 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51179 |
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
IRENE HIDRITCH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Irene Hidritch?
Irene Hidritch 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 Irene Hidritch?
Irene Hidritch is owned by IRENE HIDRITCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Irene Hidritch built?
Irene Hidritch was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Irene Hidritch?
Irene Hidritch serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Irene Hidritch?
Irene Hidritch has a dam height of 27 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 Irene Hidritch last inspected?
Irene Hidritch was last inspected on December 31, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.