Park Charles South Dam
Key Takeaway
Park Charles South Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 39 ft (taller than 89% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 456 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10495 |
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
PARK CHARLES OWNERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Park Charles South Dam?
Park Charles South 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 Park Charles South Dam?
Park Charles South Dam is owned by PARK CHARLES OWNERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Park Charles South Dam built?
Park Charles South Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Park Charles South Dam?
Park Charles South 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 Park Charles South Dam?
Park Charles South Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Park Charles South Dam last inspected?
Park Charles South Dam was last inspected on November 17, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.