Blind Pony Dam
Key Takeaway
Blind Pony Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 85.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 2,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 95 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,067 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20041 |
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
MO DEPT OF CONSERVATION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Blind Pony Dam?
Blind Pony 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 Blind Pony Dam?
Blind Pony Dam is owned by MO DEPT OF CONSERVATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blind Pony Dam built?
Blind Pony Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Blind Pony Dam?
Blind Pony Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Blind Pony Dam?
Blind Pony Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Blind Pony Dam last inspected?
Blind Pony Dam was last inspected on April 1, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.