Lost Cr Pilot Watershed Dam E-7

TR-LOST CREEK· Lincoln, Missouri· Built 1959· Earth· 31 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Lost Cr Pilot Watershed Dam E-7 is classified as significant hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 73.7% in MO)
Dam Length960 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage269 acre-ft
Normal Storage29 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area256 sq mi
Max Discharge6,100 cfs
Year Completed1959 (67 years old)
NID IDMO10972

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

HOLLAND, KEMPFER, CONRAD,LOWRY

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lost Cr Pilot Watershed Dam E-7?

Lost Cr Pilot Watershed Dam E-7 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lost Cr Pilot Watershed Dam E-7?

Lost Cr Pilot Watershed Dam E-7 is owned by HOLLAND, KEMPFER, CONRAD,LOWRY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lost Cr Pilot Watershed Dam E-7 built?

Lost Cr Pilot Watershed Dam E-7 was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Lost Cr Pilot Watershed Dam E-7?

Lost Cr Pilot Watershed Dam E-7 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lost Cr Pilot Watershed Dam E-7?

Lost Cr Pilot Watershed Dam E-7 has a dam height of 31 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.

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.