Richard Mcwherter
Key Takeaway
Richard Mcwherter is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 4.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 230 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20289 |
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
UNKNOWN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Richard Mcwherter?
Richard Mcwherter 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 Richard Mcwherter?
Richard Mcwherter is owned by UNKNOWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Richard Mcwherter built?
Richard Mcwherter was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Richard Mcwherter?
Richard Mcwherter serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Richard Mcwherter?
Richard Mcwherter has a dam height of 17 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.