Larry Brown
Key Takeaway
Larry Brown is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 0.8% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,125 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 38 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50844 |
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
LARRY BROWN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Larry Brown?
Larry Brown 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 Larry Brown?
Larry Brown is owned by LARRY BROWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Larry Brown built?
Larry Brown was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Larry Brown?
Larry Brown serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Larry Brown?
Larry Brown has a dam height of 11 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.