Sara Or Bill Baldwin Structure Dam

TR-HONEY CREEK&PLATTE RIVER· Nodaway, Missouri· Built 1980· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Grade Stabilization Private

Key Takeaway

Sara Or Bill Baldwin Structure Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 43.5% in MO)
Dam Length310 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage19 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area58 sq mi
Max Discharge110 cfs
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDMO50408

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

SARAH OR BILL BALDWIN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sara Or Bill Baldwin Structure Dam?

Sara Or Bill Baldwin Structure 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 Sara Or Bill Baldwin Structure Dam?

Sara Or Bill Baldwin Structure Dam is owned by SARAH OR BILL BALDWIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Sara Or Bill Baldwin Structure Dam built?

Sara Or Bill Baldwin Structure Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Sara Or Bill Baldwin Structure Dam?

Sara Or Bill Baldwin Structure 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 Sara Or Bill Baldwin Structure Dam?

Sara Or Bill Baldwin Structure Dam has a dam height of 26 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.