Green Hills East Dam
Key Takeaway
Green Hills East Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 85.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 706 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 528 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 440 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 44 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | MO12372 |
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
MURPHY-BROWN OF MISSOURI LLC/DBA/ SMITHFIELD HOG PRODUCTION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Green Hills East Dam?
Green Hills East 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 Green Hills East Dam?
Green Hills East Dam is owned by MURPHY-BROWN OF MISSOURI LLC/DBA/ SMITHFIELD HOG PRODUCTION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Green Hills East Dam built?
Green Hills East Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Green Hills East Dam?
Green Hills East Dam has a dam height of 35 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.