Univ of Mo-R1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Univ of Mo-R1 Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 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 | 18 ft (taller than 5.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 140 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11606 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Univ of Mo-R1 Dam?
Univ of Mo-R1 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 Univ of Mo-R1 Dam?
Univ of Mo-R1 Dam is owned by UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Univ of Mo-R1 Dam built?
Univ of Mo-R1 Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Univ of Mo-R1 Dam?
Univ of Mo-R1 Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Univ of Mo-R1 Dam?
Univ of Mo-R1 Dam has a dam height of 18 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.