West Peak Quarry Dam #1
Key Takeaway
West Peak Quarry Dam #1 is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is tailings. 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 | 90 ft (taller than 99.4% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2000 |
| NID ID | MO32051 |
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
SPECIALTY GRANULES, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of West Peak Quarry Dam #1?
West Peak Quarry Dam #1 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 West Peak Quarry Dam #1?
West Peak Quarry Dam #1 is owned by SPECIALTY GRANULES, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was West Peak Quarry Dam #1 built?
West Peak Quarry Dam #1 was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 West Peak Quarry Dam #1?
West Peak Quarry Dam #1 serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is West Peak Quarry Dam #1?
West Peak Quarry Dam #1 has a dam height of 90 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 West Peak Quarry Dam #1 last inspected?
West Peak Quarry Dam #1 was last inspected on September 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.