Robert Horn
Key Takeaway
Robert Horn is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 7.1% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 214 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 120 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10594 |
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
UNKNOWN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Robert Horn?
Robert Horn 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 Robert Horn?
Robert Horn is owned by UNKNOWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Robert Horn built?
Robert Horn was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Robert Horn?
Robert Horn serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Robert Horn?
Robert Horn has a dam height of 20 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.