Finger Lakes Dam North Reservoir Report
Last Updated: March 4, 2026
Finger Lakes Dam North is a state-owned earthen dam located in Columbia, Missouri, along the Rocky Fork Creek.
Summary
With a height of 26 feet, the dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing storage of 668 acre-feet of water and covering a surface area of 48 acres. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment.
Although the dam is not federally regulated or inspected, it plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. The St. Louis District oversees the dam, which was completed at an unspecified date. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and management measures remain unclear. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the significance of structures like Finger Lakes Dam North is essential for ensuring the safety and sustainability of our water infrastructure.
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15-Day Weather Outlook
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
ROCKY FORK CK. |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
48 |
Drainage Area |
740 |
Nid Storage |
668 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Hinkson Creek At Columbia
|
14cfs |
Moniteau Creek Near Fayette
|
65cfs |
Missouri River At Boonville
|
28400cfs |
Elk Fork Salt River Near Madison
|
422cfs |
East Fork Little Chariton R. Nr Huntsville
|
7cfs |
Missouri River At Glasgow
|
27600cfs |
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.
Finger Lakes Dam North