Krouse Dam
Key Takeaway
Krouse Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 79.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 461 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 58 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50167 |
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
JUNIOR KROUSE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Krouse Dam?
Krouse Dam 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 Krouse Dam?
Krouse Dam is owned by JUNIOR KROUSE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Krouse Dam built?
Krouse Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Krouse Dam?
Krouse Dam 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 Krouse Dam?
Krouse Dam has a dam height of 33 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.