Lake Tekakwitha Dam, located in Eureka, Missouri, was completed in 1948 and stands at a height of 32 feet, serving as a recreational resource for the community.
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The dam, classified as an Earth type with a Buttress core, has a storage capacity of 342 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 20 acres. Situated on the TR to McFall Creek, the dam is owned privately and is not regulated by the state.
Despite its high hazard potential, Lake Tekakwitha Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and there is no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place. The dam has not had a recent inspection and does not have associated structures or outlet gates. While it provides recreational opportunities for the area, the lack of regulatory oversight and maintenance assessments raise concerns about its long-term stability and safety. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Lake Tekakwitha Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned recreational dam with limited oversight and potential risks associated with its operation.
Year Completed |
1948 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR TO MCFALL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Drainage Area |
260 |
Nid Storage |
342 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
32 |
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557cfs |
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176cfs |
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858cfs |
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1cfs |
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0cfs |
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1cfs |
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