Helmering Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Helmering Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 7.1% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 230 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30365 |
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
LAWRENCE HELMERING
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Helmering Farms Dam?
Helmering Farms 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 Helmering Farms Dam?
Helmering Farms Dam is owned by LAWRENCE HELMERING (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Helmering Farms Dam built?
Helmering Farms Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Helmering Farms Dam?
Helmering Farms Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Helmering Farms Dam?
Helmering Farms Dam has a dam height of 20 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.