Little Sni-A-Bar Wtrsd #44 Dam
Key Takeaway
Little Sni-A-Bar Wtrsd #44 Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 86.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 695 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 363 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11991 |
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
LAF SOIL&WTR CONS DIST
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Little Sni-A-Bar Wtrsd #44 Dam?
Little Sni-A-Bar Wtrsd #44 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 Sni-A-Bar Wtrsd #44 Dam?
Little Sni-A-Bar Wtrsd #44 Dam is owned by LAF SOIL&WTR CONS DIST (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Sni-A-Bar Wtrsd #44 Dam built?
Little Sni-A-Bar Wtrsd #44 Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Wtrsd #44 Dam?
Little Sni-A-Bar Wtrsd #44 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Debris Control. 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 Wtrsd #44 Dam?
Little Sni-A-Bar Wtrsd #44 Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Wtrsd #44 Dam last inspected?
Little Sni-A-Bar Wtrsd #44 Dam was last inspected on November 3, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.