Lake Northwoods Dam West
Key Takeaway
Lake Northwoods Dam West is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 79.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 24 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31257 |
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
WILLIAM H JAFFKE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Northwoods Dam West?
Lake Northwoods Dam West 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 Lake Northwoods Dam West?
Lake Northwoods Dam West is owned by WILLIAM H JAFFKE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Northwoods Dam West built?
Lake Northwoods Dam West was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Lake Northwoods Dam West?
Lake Northwoods Dam West 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 Lake Northwoods Dam West?
Lake Northwoods Dam West has a dam height of 33 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.