Vitt Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Vitt Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 59.6% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 554 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 262 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 187 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 140 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 221 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30509 |
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
DR A E VITT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Vitt Lake Dam?
Vitt Lake 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 Vitt Lake Dam?
Vitt Lake Dam is owned by DR A E VITT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vitt Lake Dam built?
Vitt Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Vitt Lake Dam?
Vitt Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Grade Stabilization, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Vitt Lake Dam?
Vitt Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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.