Weber Dam
Key Takeaway
Weber Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. 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 | 72 ft (taller than 98.6% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 710 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 915 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 41 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 109 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | MO40117 |
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
NEW FRONTIER MATERIALS OPERATIONS ALPHA LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Weber Dam?
Weber 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 Weber Dam?
Weber Dam is owned by NEW FRONTIER MATERIALS OPERATIONS ALPHA LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Weber Dam built?
Weber Dam was completed in 2002, making it 24 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Weber Dam?
Weber Dam has a dam height of 72 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 Weber Dam last inspected?
Weber Dam was last inspected on March 31, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.