Wilma Walkup Dam
Key Takeaway
Wilma Walkup Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 43.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 190 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 14 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50970 |
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
WILMA WALKUP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wilma Walkup Dam?
Wilma Walkup Dam 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 Wilma Walkup Dam?
Wilma Walkup Dam is owned by WILMA WALKUP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wilma Walkup Dam built?
Wilma Walkup Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Wilma Walkup Dam?
Wilma Walkup Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wilma Walkup Dam?
Wilma Walkup Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Wilma Walkup Dam last inspected?
Wilma Walkup Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.