Leo Journagan Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Leo Journagan Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 7.1% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 223 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 284 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20395 |
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
LEO JOURNAGAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Leo Journagan Lake Dam?
Leo Journagan Lake 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 Leo Journagan Lake Dam?
Leo Journagan Lake Dam is owned by LEO JOURNAGAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Leo Journagan Lake Dam built?
Leo Journagan Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Leo Journagan Lake Dam?
Leo Journagan Lake 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 Leo Journagan Lake Dam?
Leo Journagan Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Leo Journagan Lake Dam last inspected?
Leo Journagan Lake Dam was last inspected on May 16, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.