Green Gate Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Green Gate Farms Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 46 ft (taller than 93.2% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 2,475 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 575 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 575 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 36 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,450 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1995 |
| NID ID | MO31989 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
GREEN GATE FARMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Green Gate Farms Dam?
Green Gate Farms Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Green Gate Farms Dam?
Green Gate Farms Dam is owned by GREEN GATE FARMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Green Gate Farms Dam built?
Green Gate Farms Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Green Gate Farms Dam?
Green Gate Farms Dam has a dam height of 46 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 Green Gate Farms Dam last inspected?
Green Gate Farms Dam was last inspected on July 6, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.