Stallings Bros Dam

HUGHES CREEK· Cape Girardeau, Missouri· Built 1967· Earth· 30 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Stallings Bros Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is debris control. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage257 acre-ft
Normal Storage117 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area185 sq mi
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)
NID IDMO30213

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

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

M & F STALLINGS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stallings Bros Dam?

Stallings Bros Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Stallings Bros Dam?

Stallings Bros Dam is owned by M & F STALLINGS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stallings Bros Dam built?

Stallings Bros Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Stallings Bros Dam?

Stallings Bros Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Stallings Bros Dam?

Stallings Bros 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.