Farmland Industries Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Farmland Industries Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 88.1% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 14 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10425 |
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
Private
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Low Hazard 34 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Farmland Industries Lake Dam?
Farmland Industries Lake 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 Farmland Industries Lake Dam?
Farmland Industries Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Farmland Industries Lake Dam built?
Farmland Industries Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Farmland Industries Lake Dam?
Farmland Industries Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Farmland Industries Lake Dam?
Farmland Industries Lake Dam has a dam height of 38 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.
When was Farmland Industries Lake Dam last inspected?
Farmland Industries Lake Dam was last inspected on April 16, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.