Ed Alexander
Key Takeaway
Ed Alexander is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 82.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 239 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 141 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 150 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50665 |
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
ED ALEXANDER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ed Alexander?
Ed Alexander 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 Ed Alexander?
Ed Alexander is owned by ED ALEXANDER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ed Alexander built?
Ed Alexander was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Ed Alexander?
Ed Alexander 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 Ed Alexander?
Ed Alexander 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.