Fields Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Gary Gray Lake Dam Jones Dam
Last Updated: December 24, 2025
Located in Browning, Missouri, Fields Lake Dam was completed in 1973 for the primary purpose of debris control.
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Summary
This private dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a storage capacity of 193 acre-feet. While it serves multiple purposes such as fire protection, stock or small fish pond, recreation, and water supply, its main function is to prevent debris from entering the TR-LOCUST CREEK.
Fields Lake Dam, managed by a private owner, is classified as an Earth dam with a buttress core type. With a low hazard potential, this structure has not been rated for its condition assessment. Despite not being regulated by the state, the dam provides essential services to the surrounding area, ensuring water supply and recreational opportunities. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Fields Lake Dam is a noteworthy structure contributing to the management of water resources in Sullivan County, Missouri.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LOCUST CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Drainage Area |
145 |
Nid Storage |
193 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Medicine Creek Near Laredo
|
21cfs |
Locust Creek Near Linneus
|
34cfs |
Thompson River At Trenton
|
95cfs |
Chariton River At Novinger
|
82cfs |
Grand River At Chillicothe
|
361cfs |
Grand River Near Sumner
|
240cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Fields Lake Dam