Rick Fields Dam
Key Takeaway
Rick Fields Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 7.1% in MO) |
| Dam Length | 620 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 250 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | MO51505 |
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
RICK FIELDS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rick Fields Dam?
Rick Fields 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 Rick Fields Dam?
Rick Fields Dam is owned by RICK FIELDS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rick Fields Dam built?
Rick Fields Dam was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Rick Fields Dam?
Rick Fields Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rick Fields Dam?
Rick Fields Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Rick Fields Dam last inspected?
Rick Fields Dam was last inspected on August 29, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.