South Levee Dam
Key Takeaway
South Levee Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 0.1% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 3,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 22.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 11.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3,430 acres |
| Drainage Area | 95 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,037 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | MO12421 |
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
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of South Levee Dam?
South Levee Dam 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 South Levee Dam?
South Levee Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was South Levee Dam built?
South Levee Dam was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 South Levee Dam?
South Levee Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is South Levee Dam?
South Levee Dam has a dam height of 10 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 South Levee Dam last inspected?
South Levee Dam was last inspected on August 19, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.