Tebo Diversionary Impoundment Dam
Key Takeaway
Tebo Diversionary Impoundment Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 7.1% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 482 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,100 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20161 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MC ALESTER FUEL CO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tebo Diversionary Impoundment Dam?
Tebo Diversionary Impoundment Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Tebo Diversionary Impoundment Dam?
Tebo Diversionary Impoundment Dam is owned by MC ALESTER FUEL CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tebo Diversionary Impoundment Dam built?
Tebo Diversionary Impoundment Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Tebo Diversionary Impoundment Dam?
Tebo Diversionary Impoundment Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Tebo Diversionary Impoundment Dam?
Tebo Diversionary Impoundment Dam has a dam height of 20 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.