Old Bowling Green Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Old Bowling Green Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1926 and is 100 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 | 23 ft (taller than 18% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 650 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1926 (100 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10263 |
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
CITY OF BOWLING GREEN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Old Bowling Green Reservoir Dam?
Old Bowling Green Reservoir 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 Old Bowling Green Reservoir Dam?
Old Bowling Green Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF BOWLING GREEN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Old Bowling Green Reservoir Dam built?
Old Bowling Green Reservoir Dam was completed in 1926, making it 100 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 Old Bowling Green Reservoir Dam?
Old Bowling Green Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Old Bowling Green Reservoir Dam?
Old Bowling Green Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Old Bowling Green Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Old Bowling Green Reservoir Dam was last inspected on March 1, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.