Roy Ritchart Dam
Key Takeaway
Roy Ritchart Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 20.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 410 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 179 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 385 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 54 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51198 |
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
ROY RITCHART
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Roy Ritchart Dam?
Roy Ritchart 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 Roy Ritchart Dam?
Roy Ritchart Dam is owned by ROY RITCHART (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Roy Ritchart Dam built?
Roy Ritchart Dam was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Roy Ritchart Dam?
Roy Ritchart 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 Roy Ritchart Dam?
Roy Ritchart Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Roy Ritchart Dam last inspected?
Roy Ritchart Dam was last inspected on October 30, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.