Chas Comstock Farm Pond
Key Takeaway
Chas Comstock Farm Pond is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 76.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 332 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 179 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 30 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50448 |
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
CHAS COMSTOCK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Chas Comstock Farm Pond?
Chas Comstock Farm Pond 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 Chas Comstock Farm Pond?
Chas Comstock Farm Pond is owned by CHAS COMSTOCK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chas Comstock Farm Pond built?
Chas Comstock Farm Pond was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Chas Comstock Farm Pond?
Chas Comstock Farm Pond serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Chas Comstock Farm Pond?
Chas Comstock Farm Pond has a dam height of 32 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.