Eaton Tailings Dam
Key Takeaway
Eaton Tailings Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 58 ft (taller than 97% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 8.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 385 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 26,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1993 |
| NID ID | MO31163 |
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
THE DOE RUN COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Eaton Tailings Dam?
Eaton Tailings 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 Eaton Tailings Dam?
Eaton Tailings Dam is owned by THE DOE RUN COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eaton Tailings Dam built?
Eaton Tailings Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Eaton Tailings Dam?
Eaton Tailings Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Eaton Tailings Dam?
Eaton Tailings Dam has a dam height of 58 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 Eaton Tailings Dam last inspected?
Eaton Tailings Dam was last inspected on June 9, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.