Oneal Dam One
Key Takeaway
Oneal Dam One is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 43.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 110 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30379 |
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
R P ONEAL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Oneal Dam One?
Oneal Dam One 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 Oneal Dam One?
Oneal Dam One is owned by R P ONEAL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oneal Dam One built?
Oneal Dam One was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Oneal Dam One?
Oneal Dam One serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Oneal Dam One?
Oneal Dam One 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.