Edelweiss Dam

TR CHARRETTE CREEK· Warren, Missouri· Built 1986· Earth· 41 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Edelweiss Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 41 ft (taller than 90.4% in MO)
Dam Length290 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage63 acre-ft
Normal Storage63 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge10 cfs
Year Completed1986 (40 years old)
NID IDMO31871

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 14, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Dam and Reservoir Safety Program

Ownership

INNSBROOK OWNERS ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Edelweiss Dam?

Edelweiss 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 Edelweiss Dam?

Edelweiss Dam is owned by INNSBROOK OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Edelweiss Dam built?

Edelweiss Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Edelweiss Dam?

Edelweiss 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 Edelweiss Dam?

Edelweiss Dam has a dam height of 41 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 Edelweiss Dam last inspected?

Edelweiss Dam was last inspected on August 14, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.