Charles Emberton Dam
Key Takeaway
Charles Emberton Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 82.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 218 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 83 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50609 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
CHARLES EMBERTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Charles Emberton Dam?
Charles Emberton Dam 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 Charles Emberton Dam?
Charles Emberton Dam is owned by CHARLES EMBERTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Charles Emberton Dam built?
Charles Emberton Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Charles Emberton Dam?
Charles Emberton Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Charles Emberton Dam?
Charles Emberton Dam has a dam height of 34 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.