Mississippi Lime Upper Dam
Key Takeaway
Mississippi Lime Upper Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 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 | 81 ft (taller than 99.2% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 2,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 850 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 850 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 479 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2001 |
| NID ID | MO31955 |
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
MISSISSIPPI LIME COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mississippi Lime Upper Dam?
Mississippi Lime Upper 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 Mississippi Lime Upper Dam?
Mississippi Lime Upper Dam is owned by MISSISSIPPI LIME COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mississippi Lime Upper Dam built?
Mississippi Lime Upper Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Mississippi Lime Upper Dam?
Mississippi Lime Upper Dam has a dam height of 81 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 Mississippi Lime Upper Dam last inspected?
Mississippi Lime Upper Dam was last inspected on November 16, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.