Fox Valley Dam
Key Takeaway
Fox Valley Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 52 ft (taller than 95.7% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 96 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,347 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1983 |
| NID ID | MO12197 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MO DEPT OF CONSERVATION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Fox Valley Dam?
Fox Valley Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Fox Valley Dam?
Fox Valley Dam is owned by MO DEPT OF CONSERVATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fox Valley Dam built?
Fox Valley Dam was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Fox Valley Dam?
Fox Valley Dam 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 Fox Valley Dam?
Fox Valley Dam has a dam height of 52 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 Fox Valley Dam last inspected?
Fox Valley Dam was last inspected on August 25, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.