Williams Lake Dam-Sec 36
Key Takeaway
Williams Lake Dam-Sec 36 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 92% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 989 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 733 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20058 |
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
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Williams Lake Dam-Sec 36?
Williams Lake Dam-Sec 36 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 Williams Lake Dam-Sec 36?
Williams Lake Dam-Sec 36 is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Williams Lake Dam-Sec 36 built?
Williams Lake Dam-Sec 36 was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Williams Lake Dam-Sec 36?
Williams Lake Dam-Sec 36 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 Williams Lake Dam-Sec 36?
Williams Lake Dam-Sec 36 has a dam height of 44 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 Williams Lake Dam-Sec 36 last inspected?
Williams Lake Dam-Sec 36 was last inspected on December 9, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.