Edelweiss Dam
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 Length | 290 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31871 |
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
INNSBROOK OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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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.