Steve Pierce Str.
Key Takeaway
Steve Pierce Str. is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 79.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 257 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 17 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 30 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50601 |
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
STEVE PIERCE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Steve Pierce Str.?
Steve Pierce Str. 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 Steve Pierce Str.?
Steve Pierce Str. is owned by STEVE PIERCE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Steve Pierce Str. built?
Steve Pierce Str. was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Steve Pierce Str.?
Steve Pierce Str. 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 Steve Pierce Str.?
Steve Pierce Str. has a dam height of 33 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.