Panther Creek A-1
Key Takeaway
Panther Creek A-1 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 86.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,780 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10452 |
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
PANTHER CR WSHD SUBDIST
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Panther Creek A-1?
Panther Creek A-1 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 Panther Creek A-1?
Panther Creek A-1 is owned by PANTHER CR WSHD SUBDIST (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Panther Creek A-1 built?
Panther Creek A-1 was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Panther Creek A-1?
Panther Creek A-1 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Panther Creek A-1?
Panther Creek A-1 has a dam height of 36 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 Panther Creek A-1 last inspected?
Panther Creek A-1 was last inspected on February 24, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.