Fletcher Tailings Dam

TR BEE FORK· Reynolds, Missouri· Built 1965· Other· 201 ft tall
High Hazard Tailings Private

Physical Details

Dam Height 201 ft (taller than 99.9% in MO)
Dam Length3,000 ft
Dam TypeOther
Max Storage5.3K acre-ft
Normal Storage4.0K acre-ft
Surface Area128 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge29,846 cfs
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
Year Modified2000
NID IDMO30160

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: January 5, 2009
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Dam and Reservoir Safety Program

Ownership

DOE RUN COMPANY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fletcher Tailings Dam?

Fletcher Tailings Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Who owns Fletcher Tailings Dam?

Fletcher Tailings Dam is owned by DOE RUN COMPANY (Private).

When was Fletcher Tailings Dam last inspected?

Fletcher Tailings Dam was last inspected on January 5, 2009.

When was Fletcher Tailings Dam built?

Fletcher Tailings Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 years old.

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.