Kool Breeze Ridge Dam
Key Takeaway
Kool Breeze Ridge 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 | 39 ft (taller than 89% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 465 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 313 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31226 |
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
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kool Breeze Ridge Dam?
Kool Breeze Ridge 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 Kool Breeze Ridge Dam?
Kool Breeze Ridge Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kool Breeze Ridge Dam built?
Kool Breeze Ridge 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 Kool Breeze Ridge Dam?
Kool Breeze Ridge 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 Kool Breeze Ridge Dam?
Kool Breeze Ridge Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Kool Breeze Ridge Dam last inspected?
Kool Breeze Ridge Dam was last inspected on January 5, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.