Dougherty Dam
Key Takeaway
Dougherty Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 82.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 255 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 159 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 274 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31887 |
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
TERRY DOUGHERTY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dougherty Dam?
Dougherty 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 Dougherty Dam?
Dougherty Dam is owned by TERRY DOUGHERTY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dougherty Dam built?
Dougherty Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Dougherty Dam?
Dougherty Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dougherty Dam?
Dougherty Dam has a dam height of 34 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.