Young Dam
Key Takeaway
Young Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. 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 | 64 ft (taller than 97.8% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 715 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 84 cfs |
| NID ID | MO40134 |
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
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Young Dam?
Young 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 Young Dam?
Young Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Young Dam?
Young Dam has a dam height of 64 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 Young Dam last inspected?
Young Dam was last inspected on March 9, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.