Prock's Dam
Key Takeaway
Prock's Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 120 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31686 |
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
GLEN E MOORHEAD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Prock's Dam?
Prock's 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 Prock's Dam?
Prock's Dam is owned by GLEN E MOORHEAD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Prock's Dam built?
Prock's Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Prock's Dam?
Prock's 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 Prock's Dam?
Prock's 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.