Tabo Creek F-21
Key Takeaway
Tabo Creek F-21 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 89% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 830 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | MO12131 |
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
LAFAYETTE SOIL & WATER
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Tabo Creek F-21?
Tabo Creek F-21 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 F-21?
Tabo Creek F-21 is owned by LAFAYETTE SOIL & WATER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tabo Creek F-21 built?
Tabo Creek F-21 was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 F-21?
Tabo Creek F-21 serves the following purposes: Other, 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 F-21?
Tabo Creek F-21 has a dam height of 39 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 F-21 last inspected?
Tabo Creek F-21 was last inspected on November 2, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.