Marty Buchheit
Key Takeaway
Marty Buchheit is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 232 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 19 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 56 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50810 |
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
MARTY BUCHHEIT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Marty Buchheit?
Marty Buchheit 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 Marty Buchheit?
Marty Buchheit is owned by MARTY BUCHHEIT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marty Buchheit built?
Marty Buchheit was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Marty Buchheit?
Marty Buchheit 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 Marty Buchheit?
Marty Buchheit has a dam height of 30 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.