Asbury Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Asbury Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 0.9% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 193 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 340 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20088 |
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
ASBURY FARMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Asbury Farms Dam?
Asbury Farms 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 Asbury Farms Dam?
Asbury Farms Dam is owned by ASBURY FARMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Asbury Farms Dam built?
Asbury Farms Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Asbury Farms Dam?
Asbury Farms Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Asbury Farms Dam?
Asbury Farms Dam has a dam height of 12 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.