James Israel
Key Takeaway
James Israel is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 20.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 310 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 77 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 33 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51182 |
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
JAMES ISRAEL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of James Israel?
James Israel 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 James Israel?
James Israel is owned by JAMES ISRAEL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was James Israel built?
James Israel 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 James Israel?
James Israel serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is James Israel?
James Israel has a dam height of 24 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 James Israel last inspected?
James Israel was last inspected on October 29, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.