New Horticulture Farm Dam
Key Takeaway
New Horticulture Farm Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 26 ft (taller than 43.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 86 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10790 |
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
UNIV MO-COLUMBIA
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of New Horticulture Farm Dam?
New Horticulture Farm Dam 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 New Horticulture Farm Dam?
New Horticulture Farm Dam is owned by UNIV MO-COLUMBIA (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was New Horticulture Farm Dam built?
New Horticulture Farm Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 New Horticulture Farm Dam?
New Horticulture Farm Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is New Horticulture Farm Dam?
New Horticulture Farm Dam has a dam height of 26 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 New Horticulture Farm Dam last inspected?
New Horticulture Farm Dam was last inspected on June 1, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.