Park Charles South No. 2
Key Takeaway
Park Charles South No. 2 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 | 32 ft (taller than 76.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 95 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | MO11117 |
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 No. 2?
Park Charles South No. 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 Park Charles South No. 2?
Park Charles South No. 2 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 No. 2 built?
Park Charles South No. 2 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 No. 2?
Park Charles South No. 2 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 No. 2?
Park Charles South No. 2 has a dam height of 32 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 No. 2 last inspected?
Park Charles South No. 2 was last inspected on April 16, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.