Odessa Old Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Odessa Old Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1944 and is 82 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 79.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,530 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1944 (82 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20003 |
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
CITY OF ODESSA
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Odessa Old Reservoir Dam?
Odessa Old Reservoir 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 Odessa Old Reservoir Dam?
Odessa Old Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF ODESSA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Odessa Old Reservoir Dam built?
Odessa Old Reservoir Dam was completed in 1944, making it 82 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 Odessa Old Reservoir Dam?
Odessa Old Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Odessa Old Reservoir Dam?
Odessa Old Reservoir Dam 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.