South Fork Blackwater River Dam F- 2
Key Takeaway
South Fork Blackwater River Dam F- 2 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 436 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 301 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,160 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20460 |
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.SBDST
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of South Fork Blackwater River Dam F- 2?
South Fork Blackwater River Dam F- 2 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 F- 2?
South Fork Blackwater River Dam F- 2 is owned by S.FK.BLKWTR.WTRSHD.SBDST (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was South Fork Blackwater River Dam F- 2 built?
South Fork Blackwater River Dam F- 2 was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 F- 2?
South Fork Blackwater River Dam F- 2 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. 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 F- 2?
South Fork Blackwater River Dam F- 2 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.