Norcross Farm Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Norcross Farm Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 157 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 220 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 54 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20651 |
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
LARRY NORCROSS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Norcross Farm Lake Dam?
Norcross Farm Lake 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 Norcross Farm Lake Dam?
Norcross Farm Lake Dam is owned by LARRY NORCROSS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Norcross Farm Lake Dam built?
Norcross Farm Lake Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Norcross Farm Lake Dam?
Norcross Farm Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Norcross Farm Lake Dam?
Norcross Farm Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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.