Wellsville City Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wellsville City Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 7.1% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 400 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10949 |
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
CITY OF WELLSVILLE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wellsville City Lake Dam?
Wellsville City 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 Wellsville City Lake Dam?
Wellsville City Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF WELLSVILLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wellsville City Lake Dam built?
Wellsville City Lake Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Wellsville City Lake Dam?
Wellsville City Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wellsville City Lake Dam?
Wellsville City Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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.