Ploch Lake Dam, located in Crawford, Missouri, was completed in 1964 and stands at a height of 25 feet.
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The dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a maximum storage capacity of 40 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 14 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Meramec River, the dam has a drainage area of 55 square miles and covers a surface area of 3 acres.
Despite its private ownership, Ploch Lake Dam has a high hazard potential, although its condition assessment is currently marked as "Not Rated." The dam is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type and an undetermined foundation. It is not regulated or inspected by the state of Missouri, and there are no emergency action plans in place. The dam does not have a spillway and lacks outlet gates or associated structures.
The dam's location in Wesco, Missouri, within the Kansas City District, highlights its significance as a recreation spot along the Meramec River. With its historical construction date and potential risks, Ploch Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the maintenance and management of private dams in the region.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MERAMEC RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Drainage Area |
55 |
Nid Storage |
40 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Meramec River At Cook Station
|
45cfs |
Meramec River Near Steelville
|
232cfs |
Bourbeuse River Near High Gate
|
1cfs |
Little Piney Creek At Newburg
|
82cfs |
Meramec River Near Sullivan
|
486cfs |
Gasconade River At Jerome
|
928cfs |