Charles Mayfield Lake
Key Takeaway
Charles Mayfield Lake is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 1.4% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 275 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 85 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50011 |
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
CHARLES MAYFIELD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Charles Mayfield Lake?
Charles Mayfield 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 Charles Mayfield Lake?
Charles Mayfield Lake is owned by CHARLES MAYFIELD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Charles Mayfield Lake built?
Charles Mayfield Lake was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Charles Mayfield Lake?
Charles Mayfield Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Charles Mayfield Lake?
Charles Mayfield Lake has a dam height of 14 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.