Collop Dam
Key Takeaway
Collop Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 243 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51106 |
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
JOHN COLLOP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Collop Dam?
Collop 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 Collop Dam?
Collop Dam is owned by JOHN COLLOP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Collop Dam built?
Collop Dam was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Collop Dam?
Collop Dam 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 Collop Dam?
Collop 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 Collop Dam last inspected?
Collop Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.