Mcminn Lake #1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcminn Lake #1 Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2013 and is 13 years old. 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 | 44 ft (taller than 92% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 443 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 382 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,029 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2013 (13 years old) |
| NID ID | MO40197 |
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
JAMES REINHARDT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcminn Lake #1 Dam?
Mcminn Lake #1 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 Mcminn Lake #1 Dam?
Mcminn Lake #1 Dam is owned by JAMES REINHARDT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcminn Lake #1 Dam built?
Mcminn Lake #1 Dam was completed in 2013, making it 13 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Mcminn Lake #1 Dam?
Mcminn Lake #1 Dam has a dam height of 44 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 Mcminn Lake #1 Dam last inspected?
Mcminn Lake #1 Dam was last inspected on April 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.