East Yellow Creek L- 28
Key Takeaway
East Yellow Creek L- 28 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 54.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 333 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 188 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51139 |
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
EAST YELLOW CREEK WS DISTRICT
Local Government
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Low Hazard 27 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of East Yellow Creek L- 28?
East Yellow Creek L- 28 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 East Yellow Creek L- 28?
East Yellow Creek L- 28 is owned by EAST YELLOW CREEK WS DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was East Yellow Creek L- 28 built?
East Yellow Creek L- 28 was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 East Yellow Creek L- 28?
East Yellow Creek L- 28 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 East Yellow Creek L- 28?
East Yellow Creek L- 28 has a dam height of 28 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 East Yellow Creek L- 28 last inspected?
East Yellow Creek L- 28 was last inspected on November 1, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.