Callahan Creek C-2
Key Takeaway
Callahan Creek C-2 is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 54 ft (taller than 96.1% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,138 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11774 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CALLAHAN CR WTRSD SUBDST
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Callahan Creek C-2?
Callahan Creek C-2 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. 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-2?
Callahan Creek C-2 is owned by CALLAHAN CR WTRSD SUBDST (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Callahan Creek C-2 built?
Callahan Creek C-2 was completed in 1979, making it 47 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-2?
Callahan Creek C-2 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-2?
Callahan Creek C-2 has a dam height of 54 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-2 last inspected?
Callahan Creek C-2 was last inspected on December 2, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.