Tabo Creek Watershed F-20 Dam

TR TO COTTONWOOD CREEK· Lafayette, Missouri· Built 1963· Earth· 36 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Tabo Creek Watershed F-20 Dam 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 36 ft (taller than 86.5% in MO)
Dam Length495 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage24 acre-ft
Normal Storage24 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge575 cfs
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)
NID IDMO12130

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

LAFAYETTE SOIL & WATER

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tabo Creek Watershed F-20 Dam?

Tabo Creek Watershed F-20 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 Tabo Creek Watershed F-20 Dam?

Tabo Creek Watershed F-20 Dam 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 Watershed F-20 Dam built?

Tabo Creek Watershed F-20 Dam 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 Watershed F-20 Dam?

Tabo Creek Watershed F-20 Dam 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 Watershed F-20 Dam?

Tabo Creek Watershed F-20 Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Watershed F-20 Dam last inspected?

Tabo Creek Watershed F-20 Dam 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.