Longview Dam -North
Key Takeaway
Longview Dam -North is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1914 and is 112 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 | 20 ft (taller than 7.1% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 193 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 200 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1914 (112 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20012 |
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
LONGVIEW FARM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Longview Dam -North?
Longview Dam -North 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 Longview Dam -North?
Longview Dam -North is owned by LONGVIEW FARM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Longview Dam -North built?
Longview Dam -North was completed in 1914, making it 112 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 Longview Dam -North?
Longview Dam -North 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 Longview Dam -North?
Longview Dam -North 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.