Boys and Girls Town Dam
Key Takeaway
Boys and Girls Town Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 79.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 26 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 48 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2009 (17 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51533 |
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
BOYS TOWN RANCH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Boys and Girls Town Dam?
Boys and Girls Town 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 Boys and Girls Town Dam?
Boys and Girls Town Dam is owned by BOYS TOWN RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Boys and Girls Town Dam built?
Boys and Girls Town Dam was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 Boys and Girls Town Dam?
Boys and Girls Town Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Grade Stabilization, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Boys and Girls Town Dam?
Boys and Girls Town Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Boys and Girls Town Dam last inspected?
Boys and Girls Town Dam was last inspected on April 6, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.