Blackwell Mine Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMissouri
CountyWashington
Nearest CityPOTOSI
River/StreamTRIB MADDEN CREEK
Coordinates38.05735, -90.65533

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeOther
NID Height85 ft
Dam Height85 ft
Dam Length2,500 ft
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,100 acre-ft
Max Storage2,100 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,190 acre-ft
Surface Area58 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,006 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeTailings
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection12/01/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMO30709
Federal IDMO30709
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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