Scotia Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Scotia Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1880 and is 146 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 0.8% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 15 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1880 (146 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31500 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Scotia Pond Dam?
Scotia Pond 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 Scotia Pond Dam?
Scotia Pond Dam is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Scotia Pond Dam built?
Scotia Pond Dam was completed in 1880, making it 146 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 Scotia Pond Dam?
Scotia Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Scotia Pond Dam?
Scotia Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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.
When was Scotia Pond Dam last inspected?
Scotia Pond Dam was last inspected on August 21, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.