Water Mill Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Water Mill Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 59.6% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 435 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 321 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 36 acres |
| Drainage Area | 851 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | MO32096 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ROBERT WARD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Water Mill Lake Dam?
Water Mill Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Water Mill Lake Dam?
Water Mill Lake Dam is owned by ROBERT WARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Water Mill Lake Dam built?
Water Mill Lake Dam was completed in 2007, making it 19 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Water Mill Lake Dam?
Water Mill 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.