Little Sni-A-Bar Creek Dam 43, also known as Little Sniabar Watershed Structure 43, is a captivating Grade Stabilization earth dam located in Lafayette, Missouri.
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Built in 1974 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves the primary purpose of Grade Stabilization along the TR-Little Sni-A-Bar Creek. With a dam height of 28 feet and a length of 550 feet, it has a NID storage capacity of 76 acre-feet and a normal storage of 29 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 7 acres and draining a watershed area of 269 acres.
Despite being a Low hazard potential structure, Little Sni-A-Bar Creek Dam 43 poses a moderate risk due to its location. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 40 feet and is in a condition assessed as "Not Rated." While it has not been inspected recently, the dam's risk management measures are not specified. With no outlet gates and no associated structures, this earth dam stands as a vital component in the conservation and stabilization of the local water resources, contributing to the overall environmental sustainability in the region.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
550 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE SNI-A-BAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Drainage Area |
269 |
Nid Storage |
76 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |