Clarence Cannon Mem Watershed Dam 34
Key Takeaway
Clarence Cannon Mem Watershed Dam 34 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 415 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 237 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 370 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50333 |
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
CLAR CAN MEM WRSD SUBDIS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Clarence Cannon Mem Watershed Dam 34?
Clarence Cannon Mem Watershed Dam 34 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 Clarence Cannon Mem Watershed Dam 34?
Clarence Cannon Mem Watershed Dam 34 is owned by CLAR CAN MEM WRSD SUBDIS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clarence Cannon Mem Watershed Dam 34 built?
Clarence Cannon Mem Watershed Dam 34 was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Clarence Cannon Mem Watershed Dam 34?
Clarence Cannon Mem Watershed Dam 34 serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Clarence Cannon Mem Watershed Dam 34?
Clarence Cannon Mem Watershed Dam 34 has a dam height of 25 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.