Fountain Creek Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Fountain Creek Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 54.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 389 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 262 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 20 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51261 |
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
FOUNTAIN CREEK FARMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fountain Creek Farms Dam?
Fountain Creek Farms 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 Fountain Creek Farms Dam?
Fountain Creek Farms Dam is owned by FOUNTAIN CREEK FARMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fountain Creek Farms Dam built?
Fountain Creek Farms Dam was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Fountain Creek Farms Dam?
Fountain Creek Farms Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fountain Creek Farms Dam?
Fountain Creek Farms Dam has a dam height of 28 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.
When was Fountain Creek Farms Dam last inspected?
Fountain Creek Farms Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.