Owl Creek Estates Dam #3

TR-OWL CREEK· Warren, Missouri· Built 1974· Earth· 49 ft tall
High Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Owl Creek Estates Dam #3 is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. 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 49 ft (taller than 94.7% in MO)
Dam Length380 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage39 acre-ft
Normal Storage19 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge13 cfs
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)
Year Modified1997
NID IDMO31960

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: May 6, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Dam and Reservoir Safety Program

Ownership

OWL CREEK ESTATES TRUSTEES

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Owl Creek Estates Dam #3?

Owl Creek Estates Dam #3 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 Owl Creek Estates Dam #3?

Owl Creek Estates Dam #3 is owned by OWL CREEK ESTATES TRUSTEES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Owl Creek Estates Dam #3 built?

Owl Creek Estates Dam #3 was completed in 1974, making it 52 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Owl Creek Estates Dam #3?

Owl Creek Estates Dam #3 has a dam height of 49 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 Owl Creek Estates Dam #3 last inspected?

Owl Creek Estates Dam #3 was last inspected on May 6, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.