Gower Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Gower Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 82.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,050 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 255 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 230 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10788 |
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
CITY OF GOWER
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Gower Reservoir Dam?
Gower Reservoir 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 Gower Reservoir Dam?
Gower Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF GOWER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gower Reservoir Dam built?
Gower Reservoir Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Gower Reservoir Dam?
Gower Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gower Reservoir Dam?
Gower Reservoir 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.