Ewing Lake Dam, located in Lewis County, Missouri, was completed in 1967 and serves as a crucial water supply source for the region.
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This earth and rockfill dam stands at a height of 39 feet and has a storage capacity of 881 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 528 acre-feet. The dam is designed to control the flow of the Middle Fabius River, with a spillway width of 80 feet to manage maximum discharge levels.
The dam is owned and regulated by a private entity, with the Dam and Reservoir Safety Program overseeing its state-permitted inspections and enforcement. Despite being categorized as having a high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is rated as satisfactory. The risk assessment for Ewing Lake Dam is moderate, with a designated emergency action plan (EAP) in place, last revised in 2012. Regular inspections occur every three years to ensure the dam's structural integrity and public safety.
Ewing Lake Dam's strategic location and design make it a vital component of the local water infrastructure, providing essential water supply services while effectively managing the flow of the Middle Fabius River. Its satisfactory condition and moderate risk assessment, coupled with a robust EAP, demonstrate a commitment to maintaining the dam's operational efficiency and ensuring the safety of surrounding communities in the face of potential hazards.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
595 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MIDDLE FABIUS RIVER |
Surface Area |
45 |
Drainage Area |
655 |
Nid Storage |
881 |
Structural Height |
39 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
39 |
South Fabius River Near Taylor
|
12cfs |
Wyaconda River Above Canton
|
13cfs |
North River At Palmyra
|
21cfs |
Bear Creek Near Marcelline
|
5cfs |
Salt River Near Shelbina
|
30cfs |
Fox River At Wayland
|
8cfs |