Quail Valley Estates Dam, located in Cole County, Missouri, is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1981 with a height of 44 feet and a hydraulic height of 41.6 feet.
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The dam has a storage capacity of 363 acre-feet and serves the primary purpose of flood control on an unnamed tributary of the Moreau River. With a drainage area of 280 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Managed by the DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY PROG, the dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state of Missouri to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam is assessed to be in satisfactory condition. The last inspection date was in May 2015, with an inspection frequency of every five years. The dam's emergency action plan status, inundation maps, and risk assessment details are currently not available, highlighting areas for potential improvement in emergency preparedness and risk management.
Quail Valley Estates Dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water resource management in the region, providing flood control and storage capacity to mitigate potential risks. With its satisfactory condition and low hazard potential, the dam remains a key asset in ensuring the safety and security of the surrounding communities. Continued monitoring, maintenance, and preparation for emergencies are essential to uphold the dam's integrity and resilience in the face of changing climate conditions and water resource challenges.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
44 |
River Or Stream |
UNAMED TRIB OF MOREAU RIVER |
Surface Area |
37.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
41.6 |
Drainage Area |
280 |
Nid Storage |
363 |
Structural Height |
44 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
44 |
Moreau River Near Jefferson City
|
87cfs |
Missouri River At Jefferson City
|
35400cfs |
Osage River Below St. Thomas
|
1260cfs |
Maries River At Westphalia
|
19cfs |
Gasconade River Near Rich Fountain
|
1010cfs |
Hinkson Creek At Columbia
|
3cfs |