Fred Mayes Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Fred Mayes Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 458 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 173 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 91 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | MO50364 |
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
FRED MAYES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fred Mayes Lake Dam?
Fred Mayes 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 Fred Mayes Lake Dam?
Fred Mayes Lake Dam is owned by FRED MAYES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fred Mayes Lake Dam built?
Fred Mayes Lake Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Fred Mayes Lake Dam?
Fred Mayes Lake Dam 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 Fred Mayes Lake Dam?
Fred Mayes Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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.