Fischer Lake Dam No 1
Key Takeaway
Fischer Lake Dam No 1 is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 73.7% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 625 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 262 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 91 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | MO12355 |
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
DR.T.J.FISCHER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fischer Lake Dam No 1?
Fischer Lake Dam No 1 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 Fischer Lake Dam No 1?
Fischer Lake Dam No 1 is owned by DR.T.J.FISCHER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fischer Lake Dam No 1 built?
Fischer Lake Dam No 1 was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Fischer Lake Dam No 1?
Fischer Lake Dam No 1 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Grade Stabilization, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fischer Lake Dam No 1?
Fischer Lake Dam No 1 has a dam height of 31 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.