Fairchild Dam
Key Takeaway
Fairchild Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 13.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,533 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 128 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 95 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10442 |
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
HOWARD FAIRCHILD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fairchild Dam?
Fairchild Dam 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 Fairchild Dam?
Fairchild Dam is owned by HOWARD FAIRCHILD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fairchild Dam built?
Fairchild Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Fairchild Dam?
Fairchild Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fairchild Dam?
Fairchild Dam has a dam height of 21 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.