Liguori Lake Dam - Nonane 255
Key Takeaway
Liguori Lake Dam - Nonane 255 is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 115 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30445 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
REDEMPTORIST FATHERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Liguori Lake Dam - Nonane 255?
Liguori Lake Dam - Nonane 255 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Liguori Lake Dam - Nonane 255?
Liguori Lake Dam - Nonane 255 is owned by REDEMPTORIST FATHERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Liguori Lake Dam - Nonane 255 built?
Liguori Lake Dam - Nonane 255 was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Liguori Lake Dam - Nonane 255?
Liguori Lake Dam - Nonane 255 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 Liguori Lake Dam - Nonane 255?
Liguori Lake Dam - Nonane 255 has a dam height of 25 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 Liguori Lake Dam - Nonane 255 last inspected?
Liguori Lake Dam - Nonane 255 was last inspected on August 28, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.