Watts Dam
Key Takeaway
Watts Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 13.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 912 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 173 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 12 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51409 |
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
ROBERTS WATTS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Watts Dam?
Watts 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 Watts Dam?
Watts Dam is owned by ROBERTS WATTS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Watts Dam built?
Watts Dam was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Watts Dam?
Watts Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Watts Dam?
Watts Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Watts Dam last inspected?
Watts Dam was last inspected on September 30, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.