Fellows Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Fellows Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 100 ft (taller than 99.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 36.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 812 acres |
| Drainage Area | 20 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 32,900 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1991 |
| NID ID | MO20036 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF SPRINGFIELD,MO
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Fellows Lake Dam?
Fellows Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Fellows Lake Dam?
Fellows Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF SPRINGFIELD,MO (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fellows Lake Dam built?
Fellows Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Fellows Lake Dam?
Fellows Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fellows Lake Dam?
Fellows Lake Dam has a dam height of 100 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 Fellows Lake Dam last inspected?
Fellows Lake Dam was last inspected on May 19, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.