Rosenfelt Dam, located in Grandview, Missouri, is a privately owned structure designed by Robert C.
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Parks, P.E. The dam, completed in 2003, stands at a height of 57 feet and spans a length of 700 feet, holding a maximum storage capacity of 400 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is for recreation, situated on an unnamed tributary to the Blue River with a surface area of 14.3 acres and a drainage area of 160 acres.
Managed by the Dam and Reservoir Safety Program in Missouri, Rosenfelt Dam has a high hazard potential but is currently assessed to be in satisfactory condition. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam features a spillway width of 75 feet to manage maximum discharges of up to 800 cubic feet per second. The dam has state-regulated permitting, inspection, and enforcement, ensuring compliance with safety standards for the surrounding community. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, Rosenfelt Dam continues to provide valuable recreational opportunities while prioritizing public safety and environmental protection.
Year Completed |
2003 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
57 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIB TO BLUE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14.3 |
Drainage Area |
160 |
Nid Storage |
400 |
Structural Height |
57 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
57 |