Whitten Lake Dam (Dry)
Key Takeaway
Whitten Lake Dam (Dry) is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 7.1% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 428 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 40 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | MO40007 |
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
ARLIN SWEET
Private
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Whitten Lake Dam (Dry)?
Whitten Lake Dam (Dry) 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 Whitten Lake Dam (Dry)?
Whitten Lake Dam (Dry) is owned by ARLIN SWEET (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whitten Lake Dam (Dry) built?
Whitten Lake Dam (Dry) was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Whitten Lake Dam (Dry)?
Whitten Lake Dam (Dry) serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Whitten Lake Dam (Dry)?
Whitten Lake Dam (Dry) 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.