Finger Lakes Dam North
Key Takeaway
Finger Lakes Dam North is classified as low hazard in Missouri. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 43.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 668 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 416 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Drainage Area | 740 sq mi |
| NID ID | MO12211 |
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
MO. DNR PARKS
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Finger Lakes Dam North?
Finger Lakes Dam North 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 Finger Lakes Dam North?
Finger Lakes Dam North is owned by MO. DNR PARKS (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Finger Lakes Dam North?
Finger Lakes Dam North serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Finger Lakes Dam North?
Finger Lakes Dam North has a dam height of 26 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.