John Paul Dobson
Key Takeaway
John Paul Dobson is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 76.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 318 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 32 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 11 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51559 |
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
JOHN PAUL DOBSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of John Paul Dobson?
John Paul Dobson 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 John Paul Dobson?
John Paul Dobson is owned by JOHN PAUL DOBSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was John Paul Dobson built?
John Paul Dobson was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Paul Dobson?
John Paul Dobson serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is John Paul Dobson?
John Paul Dobson has a dam height of 32 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.