L.F. Barnett Dam
Key Takeaway
L.F. Barnett Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 54.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 475 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 149 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51097 |
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
L.F. BARNETT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of L.F. Barnett Dam?
L.F. Barnett 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 L.F. Barnett Dam?
L.F. Barnett Dam is owned by L.F. BARNETT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was L.F. Barnett Dam built?
L.F. Barnett Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 L.F. Barnett Dam?
L.F. Barnett Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is L.F. Barnett Dam?
L.F. Barnett Dam has a dam height of 28 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 L.F. Barnett Dam last inspected?
L.F. Barnett Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.