Mississippi River Locks and Dam 27

Missouri — Madison County — MISSISSIPPI RIVER

Location

StateMissouri
CountyMadison
RiverMISSISSIPPI RIVER
Coordinates38.70293, -90.18096

Physical Characteristics

NID Height25 ft
Dam Height25 ft
Dam Length3,240 ft
NID Storage50 acre-ft
Max Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Available
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 14, 2024
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1962
Primary PurposeNavigation
Dam TypeRockfill
Owner TypeFederal
OwnerUSACE - St. Louis District
Other NameMississippi River

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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