Sun Mine Dam

High HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMissouri
CountyWashington
Nearest CityPOTOSI
River/StreamMADDIN CREEK
Coordinates38.06051, -90.66455

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeOther
NID Height73 ft
Dam Height56 ft
Dam Length3,300 ft
Year Completed1973 (53 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,100 acre-ft
Max Storage2,100 acre-ft
Normal Storage135 acre-ft
Surface Area80 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge414 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeTailings
OwnerTIM SMITH
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
Last Inspection06/18/2020
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMO30710
Federal IDMO30710
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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