Madison Mine Main Dam
Key Takeaway
Madison Mine Main Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is tailings. 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 | 40 ft (taller than 89.7% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 557 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 453 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 637 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31082 |
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 Madison Mine Main Dam?
Madison Mine Main 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 Madison Mine Main Dam?
Madison Mine Main Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Madison Mine Main Dam built?
Madison Mine Main Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Madison Mine Main Dam?
Madison Mine Main Dam serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Madison Mine Main Dam?
Madison Mine Main Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Madison Mine Main Dam last inspected?
Madison Mine Main Dam was last inspected on November 29, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.