Avis Fishing Lake
Key Takeaway
Avis Fishing Lake is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 0.1% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 3,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 160 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 28 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | MO40043 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WALTER AVIS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Avis Fishing Lake?
Avis Fishing Lake is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Avis Fishing Lake?
Avis Fishing Lake is owned by WALTER AVIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Avis Fishing Lake built?
Avis Fishing Lake was completed in 1963, making it 63 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Avis Fishing Lake?
Avis Fishing Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Avis Fishing Lake?
Avis Fishing Lake has a dam height of 10 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.