Whitetail East Dam
Key Takeaway
Whitetail East Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 59.6% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 295 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 184 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | MO12398 |
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
PREMIUM STD FARMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Whitetail East Dam?
Whitetail East 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 Whitetail East Dam?
Whitetail East Dam is owned by PREMIUM STD FARMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whitetail East Dam built?
Whitetail East Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Whitetail East Dam?
Whitetail East Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Whitetail East Dam?
Whitetail East 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.