Mineral Point #2
Key Takeaway
Mineral Point #2 is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 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 | 89 ft (taller than 99.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,730 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 215 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31158 |
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 Mineral Point #2?
Mineral Point #2 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 Mineral Point #2?
Mineral Point #2 is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mineral Point #2 built?
Mineral Point #2 was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Mineral Point #2?
Mineral Point #2 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 Mineral Point #2?
Mineral Point #2 has a dam height of 89 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 Mineral Point #2 last inspected?
Mineral Point #2 was last inspected on May 25, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.