La Plata New City Dam
Key Takeaway
La Plata New City Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 43 ft (taller than 91.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 929 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 667 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 81 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,030 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | MO12126 |
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
CITY OF LA PLATA
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of La Plata New City Dam?
La Plata New City 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 La Plata New City Dam?
La Plata New City Dam is owned by CITY OF LA PLATA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was La Plata New City Dam built?
La Plata New City 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 La Plata New City Dam?
La Plata New City Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is La Plata New City Dam?
La Plata New City Dam has a dam height of 43 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 La Plata New City Dam last inspected?
La Plata New City Dam was last inspected on January 10, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.