Timber Hill River Bend INC Dam
Key Takeaway
Timber Hill River Bend INC Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 1.7% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 290 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20089 |
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
TIMBER HILL RIVER BEND
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Timber Hill River Bend INC Dam?
Timber Hill River Bend INC 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 Timber Hill River Bend INC Dam?
Timber Hill River Bend INC Dam is owned by TIMBER HILL RIVER BEND (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Timber Hill River Bend INC Dam built?
Timber Hill River Bend INC Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Timber Hill River Bend INC Dam?
Timber Hill River Bend INC Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Timber Hill River Bend INC Dam?
Timber Hill River Bend INC Dam has a dam height of 15 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.