Raymond Claus Pond

(DRY WATER COURSE)· Stoddard, Missouri· Built 1983· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Grade Stabilization Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Raymond Claus Pond is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO)
Dam Length250 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage67 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area70 sq mi
Max Discharge20 cfs
Year Completed1983 (43 years old)
NID IDMO40107

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

RAYMOND CLAUS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Raymond Claus Pond?

Raymond Claus 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 Raymond Claus Pond?

Raymond Claus Pond is owned by RAYMOND CLAUS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Raymond Claus Pond built?

Raymond Claus Pond was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Raymond Claus Pond?

Raymond Claus Pond serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Raymond Claus Pond?

Raymond Claus Pond has a dam height of 30 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.