Emil Jasper Trust
Key Takeaway
Emil Jasper Trust is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 54.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 173 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50851 |
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
JASPER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Emil Jasper Trust?
Emil Jasper Trust 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 Emil Jasper Trust?
Emil Jasper Trust is owned by JASPER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Emil Jasper Trust built?
Emil Jasper Trust was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Emil Jasper Trust?
Emil Jasper Trust 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 Emil Jasper Trust?
Emil Jasper Trust has a dam height of 28 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 Emil Jasper Trust last inspected?
Emil Jasper Trust was last inspected on November 1, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.