Fender Farms Lake Dam West
Key Takeaway
Fender Farms Lake Dam West 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 | 25 ft (taller than 23.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 75 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10226 |
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
FENDER FARMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fender Farms Lake Dam West?
Fender Farms Lake Dam West 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 Fender Farms Lake Dam West?
Fender Farms Lake Dam West is owned by FENDER FARMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fender Farms Lake Dam West built?
Fender Farms Lake Dam West 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 Fender Farms Lake Dam West?
Fender Farms Lake Dam West 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 Fender Farms Lake Dam West?
Fender Farms Lake Dam West has a dam height of 25 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.