Settle Mine Dam #2
Key Takeaway
Settle Mine Dam #2 is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 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 | 68 ft (taller than 98.2% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30479 |
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
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Settle Mine Dam #2?
Settle Mine Dam #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 Settle Mine Dam #2?
Settle Mine Dam #2 is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Settle Mine Dam #2 built?
Settle Mine Dam #2 was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Settle Mine Dam #2?
Settle Mine Dam #2 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 Settle Mine Dam #2?
Settle Mine Dam #2 has a dam height of 68 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 Settle Mine Dam #2 last inspected?
Settle Mine Dam #2 was last inspected on November 7, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.