Taum Sauk Lake #49 Dam
Key Takeaway
Taum Sauk Lake #49 Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 49 ft (taller than 94.7% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 641 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 270 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 270 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2001 |
| NID ID | MO30163 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Chad & Tina Morris
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Taum Sauk Lake #49 Dam?
Taum Sauk Lake #49 Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Taum Sauk Lake #49 Dam?
Taum Sauk Lake #49 Dam is owned by Chad & Tina Morris (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Taum Sauk Lake #49 Dam built?
Taum Sauk Lake #49 Dam 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 Taum Sauk Lake #49 Dam?
Taum Sauk Lake #49 Dam 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 Taum Sauk Lake #49 Dam?
Taum Sauk Lake #49 Dam has a dam height of 49 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 Taum Sauk Lake #49 Dam last inspected?
Taum Sauk Lake #49 Dam was last inspected on July 10, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.