Woods Mill Cove Dam
Key Takeaway
Woods Mill Cove Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is other. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 91% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 210 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 280 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1988 |
| NID ID | MO31929 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TRUSTEES OF THE TERRACES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Woods Mill Cove Dam?
Woods Mill Cove Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Woods Mill Cove Dam?
Woods Mill Cove Dam is owned by TRUSTEES OF THE TERRACES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Woods Mill Cove Dam built?
Woods Mill Cove Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Woods Mill Cove Dam?
Woods Mill Cove Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Woods Mill Cove Dam?
Woods Mill Cove Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Woods Mill Cove Dam last inspected?
Woods Mill Cove Dam was last inspected on April 4, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.