Marceline New Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Marceline New Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 49 ft (taller than 94.7% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 177 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,351 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | MO12127 |
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
CITY OF MARCELINE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Marceline New Reservoir Dam?
Marceline New Reservoir 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 Marceline New Reservoir Dam?
Marceline New Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF MARCELINE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marceline New Reservoir Dam built?
Marceline New Reservoir Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Marceline New Reservoir Dam?
Marceline New Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Marceline New Reservoir Dam?
Marceline New Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 49 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 Marceline New Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Marceline New Reservoir Dam was last inspected on March 8, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.