Higginsville South Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Higginsville South Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 82.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 151 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3,400 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10146 |
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 South Reservoir Dam?
Higginsville South 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 South Reservoir Dam?
Higginsville South 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 South Reservoir Dam built?
Higginsville South Reservoir Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 South Reservoir Dam?
Higginsville South Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Higginsville South Reservoir Dam?
Higginsville South Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 34 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.