Wakefield Farm Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wakefield Farm Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 470 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | MO30851 |
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
WAKEFIELD FARMS TRUSTEES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wakefield Farm Lake Dam?
Wakefield Farm 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 Wakefield Farm Lake Dam?
Wakefield Farm Lake Dam is owned by WAKEFIELD FARMS TRUSTEES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wakefield Farm Lake Dam built?
Wakefield Farm Lake Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Wakefield Farm Lake Dam?
Wakefield Farm Lake 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 Wakefield Farm Lake Dam?
Wakefield Farm 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.