Mo No Name 264
Key Takeaway
Mo No Name 264 is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 82.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 35 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30463 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
HOUSE SPRINGS HEIGHTS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mo No Name 264?
Mo No Name 264 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Mo No Name 264?
Mo No Name 264 is owned by HOUSE SPRINGS HEIGHTS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mo No Name 264 built?
Mo No Name 264 was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Mo No Name 264?
Mo No Name 264 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mo No Name 264?
Mo No Name 264 has a dam height of 34 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 Mo No Name 264 last inspected?
Mo No Name 264 was last inspected on April 6, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.