Kehrs Mill Trails Upper Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kehrs Mill Trails Upper Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 193 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 510 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11636 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
KEHR'S MILL TRAILS TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kehrs Mill Trails Upper Lake Dam?
Kehrs Mill Trails Upper Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Kehrs Mill Trails Upper Lake Dam?
Kehrs Mill Trails Upper Lake Dam is owned by KEHR'S MILL TRAILS TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kehrs Mill Trails Upper Lake Dam built?
Kehrs Mill Trails Upper Lake Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Kehrs Mill Trails Upper Lake Dam?
Kehrs Mill Trails Upper Lake 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 Kehrs Mill Trails Upper Lake Dam?
Kehrs Mill Trails Upper Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Kehrs Mill Trails Upper Lake Dam last inspected?
Kehrs Mill Trails Upper Lake Dam was last inspected on November 18, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.