Vatterott Dam, located in Herculaneum, Missouri, is a privately-owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Completed in 1962, this earth dam stands at a height of 40 feet and has a length of 685 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 215 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY PROG in Missouri, ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations.
With a surface area of 15 acres and a drainage area of 230 square miles, Vatterott Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. The dam has a high hazard potential, but its condition assessment is reported as satisfactory, indicating that it is currently in good operational condition. Despite its moderate risk assessment, regular inspections and enforcement measures are in place to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and the integrity of the structure.
The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 12 feet, and it has no outlet gates or associated structures. The last inspection was conducted in November 2015, with a scheduled frequency of every 3 years. While the dam poses a high hazard potential, its risk management measures and satisfactory condition assessment provide assurance to water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
685 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
TR TO SANDY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Drainage Area |
230 |
Nid Storage |
215 |
Structural Height |
39 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
40 |
Big River At Byrnesville
|
226cfs |
Meramec River Near Eureka
|
1290cfs |
Big River Near Richwoods
|
207cfs |
Fenton Creek Near Fenton
|
2cfs |
Meramec River At Pacific
|
736cfs |
Williams Creek Near Peerless Park
|
1cfs |