Penn S Pond
Key Takeaway
Penn S Pond is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 20.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 530 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2004 |
| NID ID | MO30976 |
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
Fort Leonard Wood
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Penn S Pond?
Penn S Pond 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 Penn S Pond?
Penn S Pond is owned by Fort Leonard Wood (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Penn S Pond built?
Penn S Pond was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Penn S Pond?
Penn S Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Penn S Pond?
Penn S Pond 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.
When was Penn S Pond last inspected?
Penn S Pond was last inspected on August 2, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.