Mononame 275

BRUSH CREEK· Chariton, Missouri· Built 1947· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Mononame 275 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 1.7% in MO)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage80 acre-ft
Normal Storage45 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area357 sq mi
Year Completed1947 (79 years old)
NID IDMO10715

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

UNKNOWN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mononame 275?

Mononame 275 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 Mononame 275?

Mononame 275 is owned by UNKNOWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mononame 275 built?

Mononame 275 was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Mononame 275?

Mononame 275 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 Mononame 275?

Mononame 275 has a dam height of 15 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.