Hiatt Lake Dam, located in Weston, Missouri, is a private earth dam constructed in 1978 primarily for grade stabilization and irrigation purposes along the TR-Bee Creek.
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Humidity
With a structural height of 34 feet and a length of 220 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 36 acre-feet and serves a drainage area of 12.8 square miles. The spillway, with a width of 10 feet, is uncontrolled, and the dam is categorized as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment.
Despite not being regulated or inspected by the state, Hiatt Lake Dam remains a critical infrastructure for water resource management in the area. The dam's condition is currently not rated, with no emergency action plan in place. However, its construction using stone core types and soil foundation showcases a sturdy design that has stood the test of time. The dam's location in Platte County and its association with the Rock Island District of the US Army Corps of Engineers make it a noteworthy structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to study and appreciate.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
220 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BEE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Drainage Area |
12.8 |
Nid Storage |
36 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
Platte River At Sharps Station
|
79cfs |
Little Platte River At Smithville
|
13cfs |
Stranger C Nr Potter
|
199cfs |
Platte River Near Agency
|
79cfs |
Stranger C Nr Tonganoxie
|
20cfs |
Missouri River At St. Joseph
|
27300cfs |