Callahan Creek C-1
Key Takeaway
Callahan Creek C-1 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 91% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 336 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 336 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 680 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10021 |
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
CALLAHAN CR WTRSD SUBD.
Local Government
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Low Hazard 21 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Callahan Creek C-1?
Callahan Creek C-1 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 Callahan Creek C-1?
Callahan Creek C-1 is owned by CALLAHAN CR WTRSD SUBD. (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Callahan Creek C-1 built?
Callahan Creek C-1 was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Callahan Creek C-1?
Callahan Creek C-1 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Callahan Creek C-1?
Callahan Creek C-1 has a dam height of 42 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.
When was Callahan Creek C-1 last inspected?
Callahan Creek C-1 was last inspected on April 21, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.