Pea Ridge Tailings Dam

TR-MARYS CREEK· Washington, Missouri· Built 1980· Rockfill· 150 ft tall
High Hazard Tailings Private

Physical Details

Dam Height 150 ft (taller than 99.9% in MO)
Dam Length1,380 ft
Dam TypeRockfill
Max Storage4.1K acre-ft
Normal Storage4.1K acre-ft
Surface Area80 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge3,275 cfs
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDMO30473

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: October 5, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Dam and Reservoir Safety Program

Ownership

CALDERA HOLDING LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pea Ridge Tailings Dam?

Pea Ridge Tailings Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Who owns Pea Ridge Tailings Dam?

Pea Ridge Tailings Dam is owned by CALDERA HOLDING LLC (Private).

When was Pea Ridge Tailings Dam last inspected?

Pea Ridge Tailings Dam was last inspected on October 5, 2021.

When was Pea Ridge Tailings Dam built?

Pea Ridge Tailings Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 years old.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.