Koenig Dam
Key Takeaway
Koenig Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 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 | 32 ft (taller than 76.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 154 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 142 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1910 (116 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30028 |
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
F STANLEY KOENIG
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Koenig Dam?
Koenig 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 Koenig Dam?
Koenig Dam is owned by F STANLEY KOENIG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Koenig Dam built?
Koenig Dam was completed in 1910, making it 116 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 Koenig Dam?
Koenig Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Koenig Dam?
Koenig Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Koenig Dam last inspected?
Koenig Dam was last inspected on September 3, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.