Oscar F Juergens Dam
Key Takeaway
Oscar F Juergens Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 7.1% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 75 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30799 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
UNKNOWN
Private
Nearby Dams
Berndsen Lake Dam
Franklin, MO
Low Hazard 26 ftMarie Otte Dam
Franklin, MO
Low Hazard 20 ftFlaker Lake Dam
Franklin, MO
Low Hazard 30 ftJarvis Lake Dam
Franklin, MO
Low Hazard 30 ftFoxboro Lake Dam
Franklin, MO
Significant Hazard 33 ftHorse Shoe Lake Dam
Franklin, MO
High Hazard 34 ftWilson Lake Dam
Franklin, MO
Low Hazard 30 ftW J Slais Dam
Gasconade, MO
Low Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Oscar F Juergens Dam?
Oscar F Juergens Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Oscar F Juergens Dam?
Oscar F Juergens Dam is owned by UNKNOWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oscar F Juergens Dam built?
Oscar F Juergens Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Oscar F Juergens Dam?
Oscar F Juergens Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Oscar F Juergens Dam?
Oscar F Juergens Dam has a dam height of 20 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.