Located in Herculaneum, Missouri, Bee Tree Lake Dam is a local government-owned structure that serves as a recreational site for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
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Built in 1972, this earth dam with a height of 18 feet provides a storage capacity of 87 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 40 acre-feet. Situated along the TR to Meramec River, the dam covers a surface area of 9 acres and drains a watershed area of 180 square miles.
Despite its primary purpose of recreation, Bee Tree Lake Dam is classified as having a high hazard potential, although its condition assessment is currently rated as "Not Rated." The dam has not undergone recent inspections, and its emergency action plan and risk management measures are unclear. With its picturesque location and potential risks, Bee Tree Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the intersection of leisure and safety in dam infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TR TO MERAMEC RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Drainage Area |
180 |
Nid Storage |
87 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |