Winningham Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Winningham Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 361 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 189 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 150 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20369 |
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
GERALD WINNINGHAM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Winningham Lake Dam?
Winningham Lake 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 Winningham Lake Dam?
Winningham Lake Dam is owned by GERALD WINNINGHAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Winningham Lake Dam built?
Winningham Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Winningham Lake Dam?
Winningham Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Winningham Lake Dam?
Winningham Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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.