Ron Lutes
Key Takeaway
Ron Lutes is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 49% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 536 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 77 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 15 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50443 |
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
RON LUTES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ron Lutes?
Ron Lutes 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 Ron Lutes?
Ron Lutes is owned by RON LUTES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ron Lutes built?
Ron Lutes was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Ron Lutes?
Ron Lutes serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Grade Stabilization, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ron Lutes?
Ron Lutes 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.
When was Ron Lutes last inspected?
Ron Lutes was last inspected on November 1, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.