Kirksville Country Club Dam
Key Takeaway
Kirksville Country Club Dam is classified as significant hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 7.1% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 65 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 221 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10138 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
KIRKSVILLE COUNTRY CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kirksville Country Club Dam?
Kirksville Country Club Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Kirksville Country Club Dam?
Kirksville Country Club Dam is owned by KIRKSVILLE COUNTRY CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kirksville Country Club Dam built?
Kirksville Country Club Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Kirksville Country Club Dam?
Kirksville Country Club Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kirksville Country Club Dam?
Kirksville Country Club Dam has a dam height of 20 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.