Tabo Creek Watershed Dam F-23

TR-COTTONWOOD CREEK· Lafayette, Missouri· Built 1967· Earth· 29 ft tall
Low Hazard Grade Stabilization Local Government

Key Takeaway

Tabo Creek Watershed Dam F-23 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 59.6% in MO)
Dam Length480 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage57 acre-ft
Normal Storage15 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area140 sq mi
Max Discharge495 cfs
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)
NID IDMO11837

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

TABO CR WRSK SUBDISTRICT

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tabo Creek Watershed Dam F-23?

Tabo Creek Watershed Dam F-23 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 Watershed Dam F-23?

Tabo Creek Watershed Dam F-23 is owned by TABO CR WRSK SUBDISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Tabo Creek Watershed Dam F-23 built?

Tabo Creek Watershed Dam F-23 was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Watershed Dam F-23?

Tabo Creek Watershed Dam F-23 serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Tabo Creek Watershed Dam F-23?

Tabo Creek Watershed Dam F-23 has a dam height of 29 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.

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.