John Bollinger No. 2 Dam

TR TO SALINE CREEK· Madison, Missouri· Built 1978· Earth· 29 ft tall

Key Takeaway

John Bollinger No. 2 Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. 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 29 ft (taller than 59.6% in MO)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage78 acre-ft
Normal Storage22 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area60 sq mi
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)
NID IDMO31433

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 13, 1980
State Regulated: No

Ownership

JOHN BOLLINGER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of John Bollinger No. 2 Dam?

John Bollinger No. 2 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 John Bollinger No. 2 Dam?

John Bollinger No. 2 Dam is owned by JOHN BOLLINGER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was John Bollinger No. 2 Dam built?

John Bollinger No. 2 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 John Bollinger No. 2 Dam?

John Bollinger No. 2 Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is John Bollinger No. 2 Dam?

John Bollinger No. 2 Dam 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.

When was John Bollinger No. 2 Dam last inspected?

John Bollinger No. 2 Dam was last inspected on November 13, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.