Varner Dam
Key Takeaway
Varner Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 7.1% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 139 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 180 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | MO12009 |
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
HAROLD VARNER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Varner Dam?
Varner 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 Varner Dam?
Varner Dam is owned by HAROLD VARNER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Varner Dam built?
Varner Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Varner Dam?
Varner Dam 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 Varner Dam?
Varner Dam has a dam height of 20 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.