Fox River Farm Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Fox River Farm Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2013 and is 13 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 82.3% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 327 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 984 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2013 (13 years old) |
| NID ID | MO32095 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MS. MAUREEN HAMMOND
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fox River Farm Lake Dam?
Fox River Farm Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Fox River Farm Lake Dam?
Fox River Farm Lake Dam is owned by MS. MAUREEN HAMMOND (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fox River Farm Lake Dam built?
Fox River Farm Lake Dam was completed in 2013, making it 13 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Fox River Farm Lake Dam?
Fox River Farm Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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.