Dams in Hickory County, Missouri
7Total Dams
2High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Hickory County, Missouri
Hickory County has 7 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 2 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life.
The average dam in Hickory County is 56 years old. The most common purpose is irrigation. The tallest dam is Pomme De Terre Dam at 155 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pomme De Terre Dam | High | Not Available | 155 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1961 |
| Talbot Dam | High | Not Rated | 30 | Recreation | 1971 |
| Vanderford Number Three Dam | Low | Not Rated | 30 | Irrigation | 1971 |
| Alley Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 25 | Irrigation | 1972 |
| Vanderford Number One Dam | Low | Not Rated | 21 | Irrigation | 1969 |
| Vanderford Number Two Dam | Low | Not Rated | 20 | Irrigation | 1971 |
| Kugler Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 19 | Irrigation | 1974 |