Freemans Farm Dam Number Four
Key Takeaway
Freemans Farm Dam Number Four is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 32 ft (taller than 76.3% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 154 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 130 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | MO10277 |
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
ELDON FREEMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Freemans Farm Dam Number Four?
Freemans Farm Dam Number Four 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 Freemans Farm Dam Number Four?
Freemans Farm Dam Number Four is owned by ELDON FREEMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Freemans Farm Dam Number Four built?
Freemans Farm Dam Number Four 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 Freemans Farm Dam Number Four?
Freemans Farm Dam Number Four serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Freemans Farm Dam Number Four?
Freemans Farm Dam Number Four has a dam height of 32 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.