Brown
Key Takeaway
Brown is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 1.7% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 870 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 269 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 106 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50005 |
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
MARJORIE BROWN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brown?
Brown 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 Brown?
Brown is owned by MARJORIE BROWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brown built?
Brown was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Brown?
Brown serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Brown?
Brown has a dam height of 15 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.