Fields Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Fields Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 76.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 557 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 65 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50046 |
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
BUD FIELDS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fields Lake Dam?
Fields 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 Fields Lake Dam?
Fields Lake Dam is owned by BUD FIELDS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fields Lake Dam built?
Fields Lake Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Fields Lake Dam?
Fields Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fields Lake Dam?
Fields Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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.