Landess 002
Key Takeaway
Landess 002 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 54.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 38 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 304 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | MO12272 |
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
RON LANDESS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Landess 002?
Landess 002 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 Landess 002?
Landess 002 is owned by RON LANDESS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Landess 002 built?
Landess 002 was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Landess 002?
Landess 002 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 Landess 002?
Landess 002 has a dam height of 28 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.