Stieven Dam
Key Takeaway
Stieven Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. 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 | 44 ft (taller than 92% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 737 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 53 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,350 cfs |
| NID ID | MO40171 |
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
JOSEPH & MARY STIEVEN TRUSTEES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stieven Dam?
Stieven 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 Stieven Dam?
Stieven Dam is owned by JOSEPH & MARY STIEVEN TRUSTEES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Stieven Dam?
Stieven Dam has a dam height of 44 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 Stieven Dam last inspected?
Stieven Dam was last inspected on May 12, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.