Glen Owen Dam

Unnamed Trib of Labadie Crk· Franklin, Missouri· Built 2005· Earth· 41 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Glen Owen Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 41 ft (taller than 90.4% in MO)
Dam Length380 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage24 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge33 cfs
Year Completed2005 (21 years old)
NID IDMO40157

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 13, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Dam and Reservoir Safety Program

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Glen Owen Dam?

Glen Owen 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 Glen Owen Dam?

Glen Owen Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Glen Owen Dam built?

Glen Owen Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Glen Owen Dam?

Glen Owen Dam has a dam height of 41 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 Glen Owen Dam last inspected?

Glen Owen Dam was last inspected on February 13, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.