Lake Wittona Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Wittona Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 7.1% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 240 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1934 (92 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10463 |
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
ALFRED WITTEN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Wittona Dam?
Lake Wittona Dam 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 Wittona Dam?
Lake Wittona Dam is owned by ALFRED WITTEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Wittona Dam built?
Lake Wittona Dam was completed in 1934, making it 92 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 Wittona Dam?
Lake Wittona Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Wittona Dam?
Lake Wittona Dam has a dam height of 20 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.