Windy Hill Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Windy Hill Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 86.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 131 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | MO40143 |
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 Windy Hill Lake Dam?
Windy Hill Lake 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 Windy Hill Lake Dam?
Windy Hill Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Windy Hill Lake Dam built?
Windy Hill Lake Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Windy Hill Lake Dam?
Windy Hill Lake 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 Windy Hill Lake Dam?
Windy Hill Lake Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Windy Hill Lake Dam last inspected?
Windy Hill Lake Dam was last inspected on October 4, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.