Dr. A. J. Long Dam
Key Takeaway
Dr. A. J. Long Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 0.9% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 300 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30185 |
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
UNKNOWN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dr. A. J. Long Dam?
Dr. A. J. Long Dam 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 Dr. A. J. Long Dam?
Dr. A. J. Long Dam is owned by UNKNOWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dr. A. J. Long Dam built?
Dr. A. J. Long Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Dr. A. J. Long Dam?
Dr. A. J. Long Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dr. A. J. Long Dam?
Dr. A. J. Long Dam has a dam height of 12 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.