Albert Unerstall

TR-BOURBEUSE RIVER· Franklin, Missouri· Built 1999· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Grade Stabilization Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Albert Unerstall is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 43.5% in MO)
Dam Length420 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage63 acre-ft
Normal Storage36 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area211 sq mi
Max Discharge70 cfs
Year Completed1999 (27 years old)
NID IDMO51007

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 1, 2000
State Regulated: No

Ownership

ALBERT UNERSTALL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Albert Unerstall?

Albert Unerstall is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Albert Unerstall?

Albert Unerstall is owned by ALBERT UNERSTALL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Albert Unerstall built?

Albert Unerstall was completed in 1999, making it 27 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Albert Unerstall?

Albert Unerstall serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Albert Unerstall?

Albert Unerstall has a dam height of 26 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Albert Unerstall last inspected?

Albert Unerstall was last inspected on November 1, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.