Harry S. Truman Dam

Missouri — Benton County — OSAGE RIVER

Location

StateMissouri
CountyBenton
RiverOSAGE RIVER
Coordinates38.26376, -93.40357

Physical Characteristics

NID Height98 ft
Dam Height98 ft
Dam Length5,000 ft
NID Storage5,202,000 acre-ft
Max Storage5,202,000 acre-ft
Surface Area55,600 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 29, 2023
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1979
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeRockfill
Owner TypeFederal
OwnerUSACE - Kansas City District
Other NameHarry S. Truman Reservoir

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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