Jerry Davis
Key Takeaway
Jerry Davis is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 59.6% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 530 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 51 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 20 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50663 |
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
JERRY DAVIS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jerry Davis?
Jerry Davis 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 Jerry Davis?
Jerry Davis is owned by JERRY DAVIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jerry Davis built?
Jerry Davis was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Jerry Davis?
Jerry Davis serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Grade Stabilization, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jerry Davis?
Jerry Davis 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.