Scroggs Lake Dam

TR-NORTH FORK SPRING RIVER· Jasper, Missouri· Built 1955· Earth· 30 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Scroggs Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage530 acre-ft
Normal Storage330 acre-ft
Surface Area33 acres
Drainage Area970 sq mi
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)
NID IDMO20087

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

PAUL SCROGGS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Scroggs Lake Dam?

Scroggs Lake 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 Scroggs Lake Dam?

Scroggs Lake Dam is owned by PAUL SCROGGS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Scroggs Lake Dam built?

Scroggs Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Scroggs Lake Dam?

Scroggs Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Scroggs Lake Dam?

Scroggs Lake Dam 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.