Tharp Orchard Lake Dam

TR-FIRE PRAIRIE CREEK· Jackson, Missouri· Earth· 25 ft tall

High Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Tharp Orchard Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. Its primary use is irrigation. 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	25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO)
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	54 acre-ft
Normal Storage	33 acre-ft

Surface Area	4 acres
Drainage Area	35 sq mi
NID ID	MO20715

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

WILLIAM L THARP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tharp Orchard Lake Dam?

Tharp Orchard Lake 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 Tharp Orchard Lake Dam?

Tharp Orchard Lake Dam is owned by WILLIAM L THARP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Tharp Orchard Lake Dam?

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

How tall is Tharp Orchard Lake Dam?

Tharp Orchard Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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.