Willer Lake Dam-Sec 20
Key Takeaway
Willer Lake Dam-Sec 20 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 4.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 90 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | MO12077 |
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
B H WILLER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Willer Lake Dam-Sec 20?
Willer Lake Dam-Sec 20 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 Willer Lake Dam-Sec 20?
Willer Lake Dam-Sec 20 is owned by B H WILLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Willer Lake Dam-Sec 20 built?
Willer Lake Dam-Sec 20 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 Willer Lake Dam-Sec 20?
Willer Lake Dam-Sec 20 serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Willer Lake Dam-Sec 20?
Willer Lake Dam-Sec 20 has a dam height of 17 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.