Wayman-Fuhring Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wayman-Fuhring Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 63.5% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 75 sq mi |
| NID ID | MO31777 |
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
S WAYMAN & V FUHRING
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wayman-Fuhring Lake Dam?
Wayman-Fuhring 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 Wayman-Fuhring Lake Dam?
Wayman-Fuhring Lake Dam is owned by S WAYMAN & V FUHRING (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Wayman-Fuhring Lake Dam?
Wayman-Fuhring Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wayman-Fuhring Lake Dam?
Wayman-Fuhring 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.