Tebo Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tebo Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 82.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 657 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 68 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3,000 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30300 |
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
ROBERT WESNER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tebo Lake Dam?
Tebo Lake 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 Tebo Lake Dam?
Tebo Lake Dam is owned by ROBERT WESNER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tebo Lake Dam built?
Tebo Lake Dam was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Lake Dam?
Tebo Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Tebo Lake Dam?
Tebo Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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.