Tabo Creek E-39

TR-LITTLE TABO CREEK· Lafayette, Missouri· Built 1964· Earth· 40 ft tall
Low Hazard Debris Control Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Tabo Creek E-39 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is debris control.

Physical Details

Dam Height 40 ft (taller than 89.7% in MO)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage140 acre-ft
Normal Storage105 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge293 cfs
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDMO10622

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 2, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Dam and Reservoir Safety Program

Ownership

TABO CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tabo Creek E-39?

Tabo Creek E-39 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 Tabo Creek E-39?

Tabo Creek E-39 is owned by TABO CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Tabo Creek E-39 built?

Tabo Creek E-39 was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Tabo Creek E-39?

Tabo Creek E-39 serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Tabo Creek E-39?

Tabo Creek E-39 has a dam height of 40 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 Tabo Creek E-39 last inspected?

Tabo Creek E-39 was last inspected on November 2, 2022. 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.