Von Der Ahe
Key Takeaway
Von Der Ahe is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 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 | 34 ft (taller than 82.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 364 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 187 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 292 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | MO31077 |
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
RUSSELL VON DER AHE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Von Der Ahe?
Von Der Ahe 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 Von Der Ahe?
Von Der Ahe is owned by RUSSELL VON DER AHE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Von Der Ahe built?
Von Der Ahe 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 Von Der Ahe?
Von Der Ahe 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 Von Der Ahe?
Von Der Ahe has a dam height of 34 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 Von Der Ahe last inspected?
Von Der Ahe was last inspected on May 22, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.