Blue Springs Quad No.1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Blue Springs Quad No.1 Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 110 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20575 |
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
DAEN MRK
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Blue Springs Quad No.1 Dam?
Blue Springs Quad No.1 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 Blue Springs Quad No.1 Dam?
Blue Springs Quad No.1 Dam is owned by DAEN MRK (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blue Springs Quad No.1 Dam built?
Blue Springs Quad No.1 Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Blue Springs Quad No.1 Dam?
Blue Springs Quad No.1 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 Blue Springs Quad No.1 Dam?
Blue Springs Quad No.1 Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Blue Springs Quad No.1 Dam last inspected?
Blue Springs Quad No.1 Dam was last inspected on January 21, 1981. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.