Moniteau Creek WS Dam L-19, located in Howard County, Missouri, was completed in 1998 with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
Wind
Humidity
The dam, designed by USDA NRCS, is an earth-type structure with a height of 26 feet and a length of 400 feet. It has a storage capacity of 81 acre-feet and serves to regulate the flow of TR-LICK FORK CREEK.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Moniteau Creek WS Dam L-19 plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area. Despite not being state-regulated, the dam is inspected regularly, with the last inspection taking place in 1999. It is operated by the local government and is part of the St. Louis District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, contributing to the overall flood risk reduction efforts in the region. As a vital infrastructure for water resource management, this dam is a key component in ensuring the safety and resilience of the surrounding communities in the face of climate variability and extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
1998 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LICK FORK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
44.8 |
Nid Storage |
81 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
Moniteau Creek Near Fayette
|
1cfs |
Missouri River At Glasgow
|
28400cfs |
Missouri River At Boonville
|
29900cfs |
East Fork Little Chariton R. Nr Huntsville
|
7cfs |
Hinkson Creek At Columbia
|
3cfs |
Chariton River Near Prairie Hill
|
106cfs |