River Cement Company Dam
Key Takeaway
River Cement Company Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 57 ft (taller than 96.8% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 605 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 595 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 316 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,712 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30420 |
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
RIVER CEMENT CO,SELMA PL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of River Cement Company Dam?
River Cement Company 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 River Cement Company Dam?
River Cement Company Dam is owned by RIVER CEMENT CO,SELMA PL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was River Cement Company Dam built?
River Cement Company 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 River Cement Company Dam?
River Cement Company Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is River Cement Company Dam?
River Cement Company Dam has a dam height of 57 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 River Cement Company Dam last inspected?
River Cement Company Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.