Little Sni-A-Bar #29

TR-LITTLE SNIABAR CR· Lafayette, Missouri· Built 1972· Earth· 41 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Debris Control Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Little Sni-A-Bar #29 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 41 ft (taller than 90.4% in MO)
Dam Length550 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage134 acre-ft
Normal Storage90 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge712 cfs
Year Completed1972 (54 years old)
NID IDMO11982

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 13, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Dam and Reservoir Safety Program

Ownership

Little Sni-A-Bar Watershed

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Little Sni-A-Bar #29?

Little Sni-A-Bar #29 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 Sni-A-Bar #29?

Little Sni-A-Bar #29 is owned by Little Sni-A-Bar Watershed (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Little Sni-A-Bar #29 built?

Little Sni-A-Bar #29 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 Sni-A-Bar #29?

Little Sni-A-Bar #29 serves the following purposes: Other, Debris Control, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Little Sni-A-Bar #29?

Little Sni-A-Bar #29 has a dam height of 41 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 Little Sni-A-Bar #29 last inspected?

Little Sni-A-Bar #29 was last inspected on January 13, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.