Bushwhacker Dam

Missouri — Vernon County — LITTLE DRY WOOD CREEK

Location

StateMissouri
CountyVernon
RiverLITTLE DRY WOOD CREEK
Coordinates37.67120, -94.40617

Physical Characteristics

NID Height40 ft
Dam Height40 ft
Dam Length1,300 ft
NID Storage156 acre-ft
Max Storage156 acre-ft
Surface Area164 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusNo
Last InspectionOctober 7, 2020
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1981
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeState
OwnerMO DEPT OF CONSERVATION

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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