Edina City Reservoir Dam

TR-N FORK SOUTH FABIUS RIVER· Knox, Missouri· Built 1956· Earth· 40 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Edina City Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 40 ft (taller than 89.7% in MO)
Dam Length800 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage693 acre-ft
Normal Storage223 acre-ft
Surface Area52 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge291 cfs
Year Completed1956 (70 years old)
NID IDMO10040

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: November 8, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Dam and Reservoir Safety Program

Ownership

CITY OF EDINA

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Edina City Reservoir Dam?

Edina City Reservoir 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 Edina City Reservoir Dam?

Edina City Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF EDINA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Edina City Reservoir Dam built?

Edina City Reservoir Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Edina City Reservoir Dam?

Edina City Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Edina City Reservoir Dam?

Edina City Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Edina City Reservoir Dam last inspected?

Edina City Reservoir Dam was last inspected on November 8, 2022. 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.