Donnie Poore Dam
Key Takeaway
Donnie Poore Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 49% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 301 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 24 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51528 |
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
DONNIE POORE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Donnie Poore Dam?
Donnie Poore 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 Donnie Poore Dam?
Donnie Poore Dam is owned by DONNIE POORE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Donnie Poore Dam built?
Donnie Poore Dam was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 Donnie Poore Dam?
Donnie Poore Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Donnie Poore Dam?
Donnie Poore Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Donnie Poore Dam last inspected?
Donnie Poore Dam was last inspected on November 30, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.