Prairie Center Farm Dam
Key Takeaway
Prairie Center Farm Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 4.1% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 3,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 480 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 214 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 500 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20126 |
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
JOHN GARDNER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Prairie Center Farm Dam?
Prairie Center Farm 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 Prairie Center Farm Dam?
Prairie Center Farm Dam is owned by JOHN GARDNER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Prairie Center Farm Dam built?
Prairie Center Farm Dam 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 Prairie Center Farm Dam?
Prairie Center Farm Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Prairie Center Farm Dam?
Prairie Center Farm Dam has a dam height of 16 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.