Wildhorse Creek Forest Dam
Key Takeaway
Wildhorse Creek Forest Dam is classified as significant hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 60 ft (taller than 97.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 346 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1989 |
| NID ID | MO12230 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wildhorse Creek Forest Dam?
Wildhorse Creek Forest Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Wildhorse Creek Forest Dam?
Wildhorse Creek Forest Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wildhorse Creek Forest Dam built?
Wildhorse Creek Forest Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Wildhorse Creek Forest Dam?
Wildhorse Creek Forest Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wildhorse Creek Forest Dam?
Wildhorse Creek Forest Dam has a dam height of 60 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 Wildhorse Creek Forest Dam last inspected?
Wildhorse Creek Forest Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.