Poosey 79-35-05-02
Key Takeaway
Poosey 79-35-05-02 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 76.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 220 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | MO12282 |
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
MO DEPT OF CONSERVATION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Poosey 79-35-05-02?
Poosey 79-35-05-02 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 Poosey 79-35-05-02?
Poosey 79-35-05-02 is owned by MO DEPT OF CONSERVATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Poosey 79-35-05-02 built?
Poosey 79-35-05-02 was completed in 1990, making it 36 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Poosey 79-35-05-02?
Poosey 79-35-05-02 has a dam height of 32 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.