Washington Township #5 Dam
Key Takeaway
Washington Township #5 Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 73.7% in MO) |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 116 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | MO12353 |
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
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Washington Township #5 Dam?
Washington Township #5 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 Washington Township #5 Dam?
Washington Township #5 Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Washington Township #5 Dam built?
Washington Township #5 Dam was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Washington Township #5 Dam?
Washington Township #5 Dam 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 Washington Township #5 Dam?
Washington Township #5 Dam has a dam height of 31 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.