Mononame791
Key Takeaway
Mononame791 is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 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 | 34 ft (taller than 82.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 164 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 95 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10929 |
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
COVES HOMES ASSOC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mononame791?
Mononame791 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 Mononame791?
Mononame791 is owned by COVES HOMES ASSOC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mononame791 built?
Mononame791 was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Mononame791?
Mononame791 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 Mononame791?
Mononame791 has a dam height of 34 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 Mononame791 last inspected?
Mononame791 was last inspected on August 31, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.