Gnazzo Dam
Key Takeaway
Gnazzo Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 49% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 51 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 145 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50078 |
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
LEROY O'BRIGHT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gnazzo Dam?
Gnazzo 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 Gnazzo Dam?
Gnazzo Dam is owned by LEROY O'BRIGHT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gnazzo Dam built?
Gnazzo Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Gnazzo Dam?
Gnazzo Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Grade Stabilization, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gnazzo Dam?
Gnazzo Dam has a dam height of 27 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.