Harry S. Truman Dam
Key Takeaway
Harry S. Truman Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. 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 | 98 ft (taller than 99.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 5,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 5.2M acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2M acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55,600 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11,500 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 284,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20725 |
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
USACE - Kansas City District
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Harry S. Truman Dam?
Harry S. Truman 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 Harry S. Truman Dam?
Harry S. Truman Dam is owned by USACE - Kansas City District (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harry S. Truman Dam built?
Harry S. Truman Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Harry S. Truman Dam?
Harry S. Truman Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation, Hydroelectric, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Harry S. Truman Dam?
Harry S. Truman Dam has a dam height of 98 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 Harry S. Truman Dam last inspected?
Harry S. Truman Dam was last inspected on June 29, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.