Parkhurst Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Parkhurst Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 20.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 244 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 105 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20160 |
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
WM R PARKHURST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Parkhurst Lake Dam?
Parkhurst 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 Parkhurst Lake Dam?
Parkhurst Lake Dam is owned by WM R PARKHURST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Parkhurst Lake Dam built?
Parkhurst Lake Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Parkhurst Lake Dam?
Parkhurst Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Parkhurst Lake Dam?
Parkhurst Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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.