South Fork Blackwater River Dam E- 25a
Key Takeaway
South Fork Blackwater River Dam E- 25a is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 54.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 720 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 277 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 339 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 297 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51355 |
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
S.FK.BLKWTR.WTRSHD.DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of South Fork Blackwater River Dam E- 25a?
South Fork Blackwater River Dam E- 25a 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 South Fork Blackwater River Dam E- 25a?
South Fork Blackwater River Dam E- 25a is owned by S.FK.BLKWTR.WTRSHD.DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was South Fork Blackwater River Dam E- 25a built?
South Fork Blackwater River Dam E- 25a was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 South Fork Blackwater River Dam E- 25a?
South Fork Blackwater River Dam E- 25a serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is South Fork Blackwater River Dam E- 25a?
South Fork Blackwater River Dam E- 25a has a dam height of 28 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 South Fork Blackwater River Dam E- 25a last inspected?
South Fork Blackwater River Dam E- 25a was last inspected on November 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.