Fisher Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Fisher Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 89.7% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 266 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 266 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,020 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20354 |
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
C. E. FISHER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fisher Lake Dam?
Fisher 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 Fisher Lake Dam?
Fisher Lake Dam is owned by C. E. FISHER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fisher Lake Dam built?
Fisher Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Fisher Lake Dam?
Fisher Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Fisher Lake Dam?
Fisher Lake Dam has a dam height of 40 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.