Grindstone-Lost-Muddy Watershed Dam Lt-160

LOST CREEK· DeKalb, Missouri· Built 1985· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Grade Stabilization Local Government

Key Takeaway

Grindstone-Lost-Muddy Watershed Dam Lt-160 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO)
Dam Length390 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage24 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Drainage Area341 sq mi
Max Discharge18 cfs
Year Completed1985 (41 years old)
NID IDMO50084

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

GREG POTTRATZ

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Grindstone-Lost-Muddy Watershed Dam Lt-160?

Grindstone-Lost-Muddy Watershed Dam Lt-160 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 Watershed Dam Lt-160?

Grindstone-Lost-Muddy Watershed Dam Lt-160 is owned by GREG POTTRATZ (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Grindstone-Lost-Muddy Watershed Dam Lt-160 built?

Grindstone-Lost-Muddy Watershed Dam Lt-160 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 Watershed Dam Lt-160?

Grindstone-Lost-Muddy Watershed Dam Lt-160 serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Grindstone-Lost-Muddy Watershed Dam Lt-160?

Grindstone-Lost-Muddy Watershed Dam Lt-160 has a dam height of 30 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.

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.