City Place Dam
Key Takeaway
City Place Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 51 ft (taller than 95.4% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 479 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1987 |
| NID ID | MO31914 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
REDICO
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of City Place Dam?
City Place Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates City Place Dam?
City Place Dam is owned by REDICO (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was City Place Dam built?
City Place Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 City Place Dam?
City Place Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is City Place Dam?
City Place Dam has a dam height of 51 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 City Place Dam last inspected?
City Place Dam was last inspected on January 18, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.