Vanderford Number One Dam
Key Takeaway
Vanderford Number One Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 13.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 330 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20270 |
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
GERALD VANDERFORD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Vanderford Number One Dam?
Vanderford Number One Dam 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 Vanderford Number One Dam?
Vanderford Number One Dam is owned by GERALD VANDERFORD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vanderford Number One Dam built?
Vanderford Number One Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Vanderford Number One Dam?
Vanderford Number One Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Vanderford Number One Dam?
Vanderford Number One Dam has a dam height of 21 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.