Westhues Family Trust Dam
Key Takeaway
Westhues Family Trust Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 343 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 570 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 13 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51125 |
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
WESTHUES FAMILY TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Westhues Family Trust Dam?
Westhues Family Trust 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 Westhues Family Trust Dam?
Westhues Family Trust Dam is owned by WESTHUES FAMILY TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Westhues Family Trust Dam built?
Westhues Family Trust Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Westhues Family Trust Dam?
Westhues Family Trust 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 Westhues Family Trust Dam?
Westhues Family Trust Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Westhues Family Trust Dam last inspected?
Westhues Family Trust Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.