Offutt Dam
Key Takeaway
Offutt Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 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 | 171 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 162 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10174 |
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.J.OFFUTT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Offutt Dam?
Offutt 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 Offutt Dam?
Offutt Dam is owned by J.J.OFFUTT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Offutt Dam built?
Offutt Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Offutt Dam?
Offutt 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 Offutt Dam?
Offutt 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.