Jarvis Lake Dam

TRIB BIG CREEK· Franklin, Missouri· Built 1988· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Jarvis Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage48 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area80 sq mi
Year Completed1988 (38 years old)
NID IDMO31948

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 20, 1990
State Regulated: No

Ownership

ROBERT JARVIS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jarvis Lake Dam?

Jarvis 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 Jarvis Lake Dam?

Jarvis Lake Dam is owned by ROBERT JARVIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jarvis Lake Dam built?

Jarvis Lake Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Jarvis Lake Dam?

Jarvis 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.

When was Jarvis Lake Dam last inspected?

Jarvis Lake Dam was last inspected on November 20, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.