Gregory Blvd Dam
Key Takeaway
Gregory Blvd Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1907 and is 119 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 59.6% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 830 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1907 (119 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20147 |
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
BRD OF PRKS+REC COMMISSN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Gregory Blvd Dam?
Gregory Blvd 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 Gregory Blvd Dam?
Gregory Blvd Dam is owned by BRD OF PRKS+REC COMMISSN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gregory Blvd Dam built?
Gregory Blvd Dam was completed in 1907, making it 119 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 Gregory Blvd Dam?
Gregory Blvd Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gregory Blvd Dam?
Gregory Blvd Dam has a dam height of 29 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.