Knott 001
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 Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 201 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 210 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 115 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50052 |
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
RAY KNOTT
Private
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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.