Ash Pond Dike(Shallow)
Key Takeaway
Ash Pond Dike(Shallow) is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 709 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 53 acres |
| Drainage Area | 140 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30784 |
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
UNION ELECTRIC COMPANY
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Ash Pond Dike(Shallow)?
Ash Pond Dike(Shallow) 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 Ash Pond Dike(Shallow)?
Ash Pond Dike(Shallow) is owned by UNION ELECTRIC COMPANY (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ash Pond Dike(Shallow) built?
Ash Pond Dike(Shallow) was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Ash Pond Dike(Shallow)?
Ash Pond Dike(Shallow) 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 Ash Pond Dike(Shallow)?
Ash Pond Dike(Shallow) has a dam height of 25 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.