Taum Sauk Ps Lower
Key Takeaway
Taum Sauk Ps Lower is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric. 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 | 60 ft (taller than 97.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 6.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 400 acres |
| Drainage Area | 88 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 130,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30041 |
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
Union Electric Company
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Taum Sauk Ps Lower?
Taum Sauk Ps Lower 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 Taum Sauk Ps Lower?
Taum Sauk Ps Lower is owned by Union Electric Company (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Taum Sauk Ps Lower built?
Taum Sauk Ps Lower was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Ps Lower?
Taum Sauk Ps Lower serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Taum Sauk Ps Lower?
Taum Sauk Ps Lower has a dam height of 60 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 Ps Lower last inspected?
Taum Sauk Ps Lower was last inspected on May 18, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.