Teamsters Dam
Key Takeaway
Teamsters Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 254 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 620 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30129 |
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
TEAMSTERS LOCAL 188
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Teamsters Dam?
Teamsters 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 Teamsters Dam?
Teamsters Dam is owned by TEAMSTERS LOCAL 188 (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Teamsters Dam built?
Teamsters Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Teamsters Dam?
Teamsters Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Teamsters Dam?
Teamsters Dam has a dam height of 25 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.