Feldkamp Dam
Key Takeaway
Feldkamp Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2010 and is 16 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 43.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 262 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2010 (16 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51560 |
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
ROBERT & JILL FELDKAMP
Private
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Low Hazard 26 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Feldkamp Dam?
Feldkamp 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 Feldkamp Dam?
Feldkamp Dam is owned by ROBERT & JILL FELDKAMP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Feldkamp Dam built?
Feldkamp Dam was completed in 2010, making it 16 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 Feldkamp Dam?
Feldkamp Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Feldkamp Dam?
Feldkamp Dam has a dam height of 26 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.