Buick Tailings Dam
STROTHER CREEK·
Reynolds, Missouri·
Built 1981·
Earth·
147 ft tall
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 147 ft (taller than 99.8% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,490 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 141 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 270 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30162 |
Safety Information
High Hazard
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails
Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: May 19, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Dam and Reservoir Safety Program
Ownership
DOE RUN COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Buick Tailings Dam?
Buick Tailings Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Who owns Buick Tailings Dam?
Buick Tailings Dam is owned by DOE RUN COMPANY (Private).
When was Buick Tailings Dam last inspected?
Buick Tailings Dam was last inspected on May 19, 2022.
When was Buick Tailings Dam built?
Buick Tailings Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 years old.
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.