Heinrichsmeyer Dam
Key Takeaway
Heinrichsmeyer Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 87.2% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 518 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 280 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 259 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 315 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1986 |
| NID ID | MO10873 |
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
TED'S PLACE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Heinrichsmeyer Dam?
Heinrichsmeyer 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 Heinrichsmeyer Dam?
Heinrichsmeyer Dam is owned by TED'S PLACE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Heinrichsmeyer Dam built?
Heinrichsmeyer Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Heinrichsmeyer Dam?
Heinrichsmeyer 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 Heinrichsmeyer Dam?
Heinrichsmeyer Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Heinrichsmeyer Dam last inspected?
Heinrichsmeyer Dam was last inspected on June 29, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.