Blackburn Pond (Mononame 209)
Key Takeaway
Blackburn Pond (Mononame 209) is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 28 ft (taller than 54.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 170 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10656 |
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
ILLINOIS GULF CENTRAL RR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Blackburn Pond (Mononame 209)?
Blackburn Pond (Mononame 209) 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 Blackburn Pond (Mononame 209)?
Blackburn Pond (Mononame 209) is owned by ILLINOIS GULF CENTRAL RR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blackburn Pond (Mononame 209) built?
Blackburn Pond (Mononame 209) was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Blackburn Pond (Mononame 209)?
Blackburn Pond (Mononame 209) serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Blackburn Pond (Mononame 209)?
Blackburn Pond (Mononame 209) has a dam height of 28 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 Blackburn Pond (Mononame 209) last inspected?
Blackburn Pond (Mononame 209) was last inspected on July 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.