Virgil Miles
Key Takeaway
Virgil Miles is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 76.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 258 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 183 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 286 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50836 |
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
VIRGIL MILES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Virgil Miles?
Virgil Miles 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 Virgil Miles?
Virgil Miles is owned by VIRGIL MILES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Virgil Miles built?
Virgil Miles was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Virgil Miles?
Virgil Miles serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Virgil Miles?
Virgil Miles has a dam height of 32 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.