Fay Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Frost Lake Dam Feeney Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Located in Livingston County, Missouri, Fay Lake Dam stands as a vital structure along Crooked Creek, serving primarily as a debris control mechanism.
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Summary
Built in 1972, this private-owned earth dam boasts a height of 30 feet and a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 36 acre-feet. While its primary purpose is to prevent debris buildup, it also caters to recreational activities in the area.
Despite being unregulated by the state and federal agencies, Fay Lake Dam maintains a low hazard potential and has not undergone a formal condition assessment. The dam's condition is currently labeled as "Not Rated," indicating a lack of recent evaluation. As an important feature in the region, it is essential for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and assess the structural integrity of Fay Lake Dam to ensure its continued effectiveness in debris control and recreational support for the community.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CROOKED CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Drainage Area |
38 |
Nid Storage |
64 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Medicine Creek Near Laredo
|
6cfs |
Grand River At Chillicothe
|
361cfs |
Thompson River At Trenton
|
111cfs |
Locust Creek Near Linneus
|
35cfs |
Shoal Creek Near Braymer Mo
|
12cfs |
Grand River Near Sumner
|
220cfs |
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.
Fay Lake Dam