Platte River Trib Watershed Dam 3-B
Key Takeaway
Platte River Trib Watershed Dam 3-B is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 59.6% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 315 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 160 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 802 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11054 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
PLATTE RVR TR WTSH DIST.
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Platte River Trib Watershed Dam 3-B?
Platte River Trib Watershed Dam 3-B is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Platte River Trib Watershed Dam 3-B?
Platte River Trib Watershed Dam 3-B is owned by PLATTE RVR TR WTSH DIST. (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Platte River Trib Watershed Dam 3-B built?
Platte River Trib Watershed Dam 3-B was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Platte River Trib Watershed Dam 3-B?
Platte River Trib Watershed Dam 3-B 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 Platte River Trib Watershed Dam 3-B?
Platte River Trib Watershed Dam 3-B has a dam height of 29 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.
When was Platte River Trib Watershed Dam 3-B last inspected?
Platte River Trib Watershed Dam 3-B was last inspected on June 4, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.