Mccalments Dam
Key Takeaway
Mccalments Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 73.7% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 149 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 48 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10084 |
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
R H MCCALMENT
Private
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Low Hazard 29 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Mccalments Dam?
Mccalments 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 Mccalments Dam?
Mccalments Dam is owned by R H MCCALMENT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mccalments Dam built?
Mccalments Dam was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Mccalments Dam?
Mccalments Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mccalments Dam?
Mccalments Dam has a dam height of 31 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.