Unity #1 Dam, located in Unity Village, Missouri, is a privately owned structure designed by Burns and McDonnell Co.
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The dam, completed in 1927, serves the primary purposes of recreation and water supply. Standing at a height of 48 feet and stretching 525 feet in length, the buttress dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 285 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 19 acres.
The dam, situated on TR-Little Cedar Creek, is regulated by the Dam and Reservoir Safety Program in Missouri and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its satisfactory condition. With a high hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the Unity #1 Dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and has a drainage area of 410 square miles. While there are no outlet gates or associated structures, the dam poses a potential risk that is managed through appropriate risk management measures.
Despite its age, Unity #1 Dam continues to provide essential services to the local communities, offering recreational opportunities and water supply reliability. Its historical significance as a key infrastructure in the region underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued safety and functionality for years to come.
Year Completed |
1927 |
Dam Length |
525 |
Dam Height |
48 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE CEDAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Buttress |
Surface Area |
19 |
Drainage Area |
410 |
Nid Storage |
285 |
Structural Height |
48 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
48 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Lake Jacomo - Fleming Park
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Rotary Club Camp
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Longview Lake County Campground
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Blue Springs County Campground
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