Moniteau Creek WS Dam L- 5
Key Takeaway
Moniteau Creek WS Dam L- 5 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 49% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 465 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 164 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 84 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 166 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50668 |
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
MONITEAU CREEK WS SUBDISTRICT
Local Government
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Low Hazard 25 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Moniteau Creek WS Dam L- 5?
Moniteau Creek WS Dam L- 5 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 Moniteau Creek WS Dam L- 5?
Moniteau Creek WS Dam L- 5 is owned by MONITEAU CREEK WS SUBDISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Moniteau Creek WS Dam L- 5 built?
Moniteau Creek WS Dam L- 5 was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Moniteau Creek WS Dam L- 5?
Moniteau Creek WS Dam L- 5 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 Moniteau Creek WS Dam L- 5?
Moniteau Creek WS Dam L- 5 has a dam height of 27 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.