Sprowls Dam
Key Takeaway
Sprowls Dam is classified as significant hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 20.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 605 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 90 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 199 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20413 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
J A SPROWLS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sprowls Dam?
Sprowls Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Sprowls Dam?
Sprowls Dam is owned by J A SPROWLS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sprowls Dam built?
Sprowls Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Sprowls Dam?
Sprowls Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sprowls Dam?
Sprowls Dam has a dam height of 24 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.