Woodbury Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Woodbury Lake Dam 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 | 32 ft (taller than 76.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 105 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11240 |
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 P WOODBURY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Woodbury Lake Dam?
Woodbury 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 Woodbury Lake Dam?
Woodbury Lake Dam is owned by B P WOODBURY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Woodbury Lake Dam built?
Woodbury Lake Dam 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 Woodbury Lake Dam?
Woodbury Lake Dam 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 Woodbury Lake Dam?
Woodbury Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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.