Lavingon Dam
Key Takeaway
Lavingon Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 43.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 224 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 150 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11350 |
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
DON LAVINGON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lavingon Dam?
Lavingon 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 Lavingon Dam?
Lavingon Dam is owned by DON LAVINGON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lavingon Dam built?
Lavingon Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Lavingon Dam?
Lavingon Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lavingon Dam?
Lavingon Dam has a dam height of 26 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.