Mozingo Creek Watershed Site 17
Key Takeaway
Mozingo Creek Watershed Site 17 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 7.1% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 153 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,250 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 162 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50814 |
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
MOZINGO CREEK SUBDISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mozingo Creek Watershed Site 17?
Mozingo Creek Watershed Site 17 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 Mozingo Creek Watershed Site 17?
Mozingo Creek Watershed Site 17 is owned by MOZINGO CREEK SUBDISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mozingo Creek Watershed Site 17 built?
Mozingo Creek Watershed Site 17 was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Mozingo Creek Watershed Site 17?
Mozingo Creek Watershed Site 17 serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mozingo Creek Watershed Site 17?
Mozingo Creek Watershed Site 17 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.