Ruth Shirley Dam
Key Takeaway
Ruth Shirley Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 43.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 416 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 12 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 190 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50595 |
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
RUTH SHIRLEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ruth Shirley Dam?
Ruth Shirley 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 Ruth Shirley Dam?
Ruth Shirley Dam is owned by RUTH SHIRLEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ruth Shirley Dam built?
Ruth Shirley Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Ruth Shirley Dam?
Ruth Shirley Dam 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 Ruth Shirley Dam?
Ruth Shirley Dam has a dam height of 26 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.