Fahrmeier Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 9, 2025
Fahrmeier Lake Dam, located in Lafayette County, Missouri, is a private Earth dam completed in 1977 for the primary purpose of creating a Fish and Wildlife Pond.
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Summary
With a dam height of 30 feet and a maximum storage capacity of 42 acre-feet, this structure plays a vital role in Grade Stabilization and Recreation in the area. Situated on the TR-Little Sni-A-Bar Creek, the dam serves as a crucial resource for the local ecosystem and community.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Fahrmeier Lake Dam has a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 22 feet, and no outlet gates. The dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," indicating a need for further evaluation to ensure its long-term structural integrity. While the dam is not under state regulation or inspection, its importance for both wildlife habitat and recreational activities underscores the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance.
As an essential component of the local watershed, Fahrmeier Lake Dam provides critical support for flood control and water management in the region. With its strategic location and purposeful design, the dam contributes to the overall ecological health and resilience of the area. Despite its relatively low hazard potential, continued attention to risk management and maintenance is essential to ensure the long-term sustainability and effectiveness of this important water resource infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE SNI-A-BAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Drainage Area |
121.6 |
Nid Storage |
42 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
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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.
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