Levee Number Three Dam, located in St.
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Clair, Missouri, is a state-owned structure that serves primarily for recreation purposes. Completed in 1962, this earthen dam stands at a height of 21 feet and has a storage capacity of 5,179 acre-feet. Situated on the TR to Osage River, the dam covers a surface area of 461 acres and drains a watershed area of 1,200 acres.
Despite its low hazard potential, Levee Number Three Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam does not fall under state jurisdiction and is not subject to state regulations, inspections, or enforcement. With no emergency action plan in place, the dam's risk assessment and management measures remain unspecified. As a part of the Kansas City District, the dam is not owned, funded, designed, or constructed by any federal agencies.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Levee Number Three Dam intriguing for its unique core type of buttress and its proximity to the Osage River. The dam offers limited recreational opportunities in the Taberville area, providing a serene environment for visitors to enjoy the surrounding natural landscape. Its historical significance as a structure built in the early 1960s adds to the allure of this modest yet vital water resource in the heart of Missouri.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TR TO OSAGE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
461 |
Drainage Area |
1200 |
Nid Storage |
5179 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |