Staton

TR PENO CREEK· Pike, Missouri· Built 1973· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Staton is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 14.9% in MO)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage82 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area330 sq mi
Year Completed1973 (53 years old)
NID IDMO10265

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

UNKNOWN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Staton?

Staton 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 Staton?

Staton is owned by UNKNOWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Staton built?

Staton 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 Staton?

Staton serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Staton?

Staton has a dam height of 22 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.