Viburnum Tailings Dam #5
Key Takeaway
Viburnum Tailings Dam #5 is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 2.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 107 acres |
| Drainage Area | 170 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31016 |
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
ST JOE MINERALS INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Viburnum Tailings Dam #5?
Viburnum Tailings Dam #5 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 Viburnum Tailings Dam #5?
Viburnum Tailings Dam #5 is owned by ST JOE MINERALS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Viburnum Tailings Dam #5 built?
Viburnum Tailings Dam #5 was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Viburnum Tailings Dam #5?
Viburnum Tailings Dam #5 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Viburnum Tailings Dam #5?
Viburnum Tailings Dam #5 has a dam height of 30 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 Viburnum Tailings Dam #5 last inspected?
Viburnum Tailings Dam #5 was last inspected on October 21, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.