Fountain Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Fountain Lake Dam, located in Mcbaine, Missouri, stands as a crucial structure along the TR-Silver Fork river.
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Summary
Completed in 1975, this Earth dam serves multiple purposes including fish and wildlife pond management, grade stabilization, and recreational activities. With a height of 25 feet and a length of 400 feet, the dam provides a storage capacity of 75 acre-feet, making it an essential component of the local water resource infrastructure.
Despite its low hazard potential, Fountain Lake Dam is subject to moderate risk (3) due to its structural characteristics and location. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 30 feet and has not been inspected or rated for condition assessment. While there are no associated locks or outlet gates, the dam's primary purpose of fish and wildlife pond management highlights its importance in supporting local ecosystems and recreational activities.
As a privately owned structure, Fountain Lake Dam plays a significant role in water management and conservation efforts in Boone County, Missouri. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate change can appreciate the dam's contributions to maintaining a healthy ecosystem and providing recreational opportunities for the community. With its unique design and multiple purposes, Fountain Lake Dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management in the region.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SILVER FORK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
422.4 |
Nid Storage |
75 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Fountain Lake Dam