Blackwell Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Blackwell Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is tailings. 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 | 50 ft (taller than 95% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 208 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,875 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1993 |
| NID ID | MO30903 |
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
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Blackwell Pond Dam?
Blackwell Pond Dam 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 Blackwell Pond Dam?
Blackwell Pond Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blackwell Pond Dam built?
Blackwell Pond Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Blackwell Pond Dam?
Blackwell Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Blackwell Pond Dam?
Blackwell Pond Dam has a dam height of 50 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 Blackwell Pond Dam last inspected?
Blackwell Pond Dam was last inspected on March 2, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.