Mccutchan Dam
Key Takeaway
Mccutchan Dam 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 | 26 ft (taller than 43.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 190 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 15 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50690 |
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
J. D. MCCUTCHAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mccutchan Dam?
Mccutchan 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 Mccutchan Dam?
Mccutchan Dam is owned by J. D. MCCUTCHAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mccutchan Dam built?
Mccutchan Dam 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 Mccutchan Dam?
Mccutchan Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mccutchan Dam?
Mccutchan Dam has a dam height of 26 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.