Knott 001

TR-SOUTH FLAT CREEK· Benton, Missouri· Built 1979· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Knott 001 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 20.3% in MO)
Dam Length1,200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage201 acre-ft
Normal Storage68 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area210 sq mi
Max Discharge115 cfs
Year Completed1979 (47 years old)
NID IDMO50052

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

RAY KNOTT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Knott 001?

Knott 001 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 Knott 001?

Knott 001 is owned by RAY KNOTT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Knott 001 built?

Knott 001 was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Knott 001?

Knott 001 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Knott 001?

Knott 001 has a dam height of 24 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.

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.