Grindstone-Lost-Muddy A-8 Dam
Key Takeaway
Grindstone-Lost-Muddy A-8 Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 87.2% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 720 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1985 |
| NID ID | MO12198 |
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
GLM WATERSHED SUBDISTRCT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Grindstone-Lost-Muddy A-8 Dam?
Grindstone-Lost-Muddy A-8 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 Grindstone-Lost-Muddy A-8 Dam?
Grindstone-Lost-Muddy A-8 Dam is owned by GLM WATERSHED SUBDISTRCT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Grindstone-Lost-Muddy A-8 Dam built?
Grindstone-Lost-Muddy A-8 Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Grindstone-Lost-Muddy A-8 Dam?
Grindstone-Lost-Muddy A-8 Dam 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 Grindstone-Lost-Muddy A-8 Dam?
Grindstone-Lost-Muddy A-8 Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Grindstone-Lost-Muddy A-8 Dam last inspected?
Grindstone-Lost-Muddy A-8 Dam was last inspected on March 23, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.