Doughty Farm Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Doughty Farm Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 73.7% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 121 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 105 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50339 |
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
MERLE DOUGHTY
Private
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High Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Doughty Farm Pond Dam?
Doughty Farm Pond 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 Doughty Farm Pond Dam?
Doughty Farm Pond Dam is owned by MERLE DOUGHTY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Doughty Farm Pond Dam built?
Doughty Farm Pond Dam 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 Doughty Farm Pond Dam?
Doughty Farm Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Doughty Farm Pond Dam?
Doughty Farm Pond Dam has a dam height of 31 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.