Laylow Dam
Key Takeaway
Laylow Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 91% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 960 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 697 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 545 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2001 |
| NID ID | MO40115 |
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
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Laylow Dam?
Laylow 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 Laylow Dam?
Laylow Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Laylow Dam built?
Laylow Dam was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Laylow Dam?
Laylow Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Laylow Dam?
Laylow Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Laylow Dam last inspected?
Laylow Dam was last inspected on December 21, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.