Little Blue Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Little Blue Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 7.1% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 890 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20406 |
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
LAKEWOOD PROP OWN ASSOC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Little Blue Road Dam?
Little Blue Road 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 Little Blue Road Dam?
Little Blue Road Dam is owned by LAKEWOOD PROP OWN ASSOC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Blue Road Dam built?
Little Blue Road Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Little Blue Road Dam?
Little Blue Road 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 Little Blue Road Dam?
Little Blue Road 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.