East Fork Grand River Dam F- 26
Key Takeaway
East Fork Grand River Dam F- 26 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 79.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 497 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 90 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 279 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51288 |
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
WORTH COUNTY SWCD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of East Fork Grand River Dam F- 26?
East Fork Grand River Dam F- 26 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 East Fork Grand River Dam F- 26?
East Fork Grand River Dam F- 26 is owned by WORTH COUNTY SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was East Fork Grand River Dam F- 26 built?
East Fork Grand River Dam F- 26 was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 East Fork Grand River Dam F- 26?
East Fork Grand River Dam F- 26 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is East Fork Grand River Dam F- 26?
East Fork Grand River Dam F- 26 has a dam height of 33 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 East Fork Grand River Dam F- 26 last inspected?
East Fork Grand River Dam F- 26 was last inspected on November 1, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.