Higginsville North Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Higginsville North Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 770 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,700 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11212 |
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
CITY OF HIGGINSVILLE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Higginsville North Reservoir Dam?
Higginsville North Reservoir 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 Higginsville North Reservoir Dam?
Higginsville North Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF HIGGINSVILLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Higginsville North Reservoir Dam built?
Higginsville North Reservoir Dam was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Higginsville North Reservoir Dam?
Higginsville North Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Higginsville North Reservoir Dam?
Higginsville North Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 30 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.