Lehenbaur Lake Dam-Section 25
Key Takeaway
Lehenbaur Lake Dam-Section 25 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 92.6% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 867 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 404 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 37 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11162 |
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
HARRY W. LEHENBAUER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lehenbaur Lake Dam-Section 25?
Lehenbaur Lake Dam-Section 25 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 Lehenbaur Lake Dam-Section 25?
Lehenbaur Lake Dam-Section 25 is owned by HARRY W. LEHENBAUER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lehenbaur Lake Dam-Section 25 built?
Lehenbaur Lake Dam-Section 25 was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Lehenbaur Lake Dam-Section 25?
Lehenbaur Lake Dam-Section 25 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 Lehenbaur Lake Dam-Section 25?
Lehenbaur Lake Dam-Section 25 has a dam height of 45 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 Lehenbaur Lake Dam-Section 25 last inspected?
Lehenbaur Lake Dam-Section 25 was last inspected on February 1, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.