Wiggins Ozark Camp Dam
Key Takeaway
Wiggins Ozark Camp Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 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 | 28 ft (taller than 54.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 920 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30026 |
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
WILLIAM H. WENZEL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wiggins Ozark Camp Dam?
Wiggins Ozark Camp 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 Wiggins Ozark Camp Dam?
Wiggins Ozark Camp Dam is owned by WILLIAM H. WENZEL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wiggins Ozark Camp Dam built?
Wiggins Ozark Camp Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Wiggins Ozark Camp Dam?
Wiggins Ozark Camp 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 Wiggins Ozark Camp Dam?
Wiggins Ozark Camp Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Wiggins Ozark Camp Dam last inspected?
Wiggins Ozark Camp Dam was last inspected on November 20, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.