Taum Sauk Ps Upper
Key Takeaway
Taum Sauk Ps Upper 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 | 125 ft (taller than 99.7% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 6,750 ft |
| Dam Type | Roller-Compacted Concrete |
| Max Storage | 4.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30040 |
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 Upper?
Taum Sauk Ps Upper 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 Upper?
Taum Sauk Ps Upper 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 Upper built?
Taum Sauk Ps Upper 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 Upper?
Taum Sauk Ps Upper serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Taum Sauk Ps Upper?
Taum Sauk Ps Upper has a dam height of 125 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 Upper last inspected?
Taum Sauk Ps Upper was last inspected on May 18, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.