Whitewood Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Whitewood Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 76.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 171 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 135 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30135 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
STANLEY WHITE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Whitewood Lake Dam?
Whitewood Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Whitewood Lake Dam?
Whitewood Lake Dam is owned by STANLEY WHITE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whitewood Lake Dam built?
Whitewood Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Whitewood Lake Dam?
Whitewood Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Whitewood Lake Dam?
Whitewood Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Whitewood Lake Dam last inspected?
Whitewood Lake Dam was last inspected on December 18, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.