Pershing Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Pershing Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 134 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 130 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30195 |
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
PERSHING FARMS INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pershing Farms Dam?
Pershing Farms 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 Pershing Farms Dam?
Pershing Farms Dam is owned by PERSHING FARMS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pershing Farms Dam built?
Pershing Farms Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Pershing Farms Dam?
Pershing Farms 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 Pershing Farms Dam?
Pershing Farms Dam has a dam height of 25 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.