Twin Echoes Dam
Key Takeaway
Twin Echoes Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 40 ft (taller than 89.7% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 113 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 161 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30832 |
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
MICREW PROPERTIES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Twin Echoes Dam?
Twin Echoes 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 Twin Echoes Dam?
Twin Echoes Dam is owned by MICREW PROPERTIES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Twin Echoes Dam built?
Twin Echoes Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Twin Echoes Dam?
Twin Echoes 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 Twin Echoes Dam?
Twin Echoes Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Twin Echoes Dam last inspected?
Twin Echoes Dam was last inspected on April 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.