Murphy Dam
Key Takeaway
Murphy Dam is classified as significant hazard in Missouri. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Max Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 96 sq mi |
| Year Modified | 2005 |
| NID ID | MO20811 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Murphy Dam?
Murphy Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Murphy Dam?
Murphy Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Murphy Dam?
Murphy Dam has a dam height of 25 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.