Tom Smith Lake -East Dam, also known as Merryvale Farm Dam, is a private dam located in Kansas City, Missouri.
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Built in 1965, this earth dam stands at a height of 55 feet and serves primarily for recreational purposes. With a storage capacity of 127 acre-feet, the dam sits along the TR-Blue River and covers a surface area of 7 acres within a drainage area of 392 square miles.
Despite its satisfactory condition assessment as of 2011, the dam poses a high hazard potential and is subject to regular inspections by the DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY PROG regulatory agency. The last inspection, conducted in November 2017, determined that the dam meets safety guidelines. However, there is a lack of emergency action preparedness, with no updated emergency contacts or inundation maps available.
Owned privately and situated within Jackson County, Missouri, the Tom Smith Lake -East Dam provides a picturesque and recreational space for locals and visitors alike. As climate change continues to impact water resources, monitoring and maintaining the safety of dams like this one becomes increasingly crucial to ensure the protection of surrounding communities and the environment.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Height |
55 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BLUE RIVER |
Surface Area |
7 |
Drainage Area |
392 |
Nid Storage |
127 |
Structural Height |
55 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
55 |