Mccallum Dam
Key Takeaway
Mccallum Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 54.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 410 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 122 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 17 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50980 |
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
ROY MCCALLUM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mccallum Dam?
Mccallum 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 Mccallum Dam?
Mccallum Dam is owned by ROY MCCALLUM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mccallum Dam built?
Mccallum Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Mccallum Dam?
Mccallum Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mccallum Dam?
Mccallum Dam has a dam height of 28 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.
When was Mccallum Dam last inspected?
Mccallum Dam was last inspected on November 1, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.