Wahoo Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wahoo Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 87.2% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 139 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 390 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30155 |
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
LAKE TIMBERLINE INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wahoo Lake Dam?
Wahoo 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 Wahoo Lake Dam?
Wahoo Lake Dam is owned by LAKE TIMBERLINE INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wahoo Lake Dam built?
Wahoo Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Wahoo Lake Dam?
Wahoo Lake 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 Wahoo Lake Dam?
Wahoo Lake Dam has a dam height of 37 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.
When was Wahoo Lake Dam last inspected?
Wahoo Lake Dam was last inspected on December 6, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.