Eagle Sky Lake Dam, also known as Frontier Lake Dam, is a state-owned structure located in Wayne, Missouri.
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Built in 1965, this earth dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a surface area of 110 acres and a maximum storage capacity of 3,300 acre-feet. Situated on Camp Creek, the dam's hydraulic height reaches 42 feet and features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 60 feet.
Managed by the DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY PROG, Eagle Sky Lake Dam has a hazard potential rated as high, but its condition assessment is deemed satisfactory. With a moderate risk level assigned, the dam undergoes inspections every three years to ensure its safety and integrity. Despite not being under the jurisdiction of a federal agency, the dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state regulatory agency in Missouri, demonstrating a commitment to maintaining its functionality and safety standards.
As a key feature in the local landscape, Eagle Sky Lake Dam provides both recreational opportunities and water resource management benefits for the surrounding community. Its strategic location in Patterson, Missouri, and its capacity to hold water make it a valuable asset in the region's efforts to mitigate the impacts of climate change and ensure a sustainable water supply for residents and wildlife alike.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
376 |
Dam Height |
57 |
River Or Stream |
CAMP CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
110 |
Hydraulic Height |
42 |
Drainage Area |
3224 |
Nid Storage |
3300 |
Structural Height |
52 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
57 |
St. Francis River Near Patterson
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235cfs |
St. Francis River Near Saco
|
187cfs |
Black River Near Annapolis
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269cfs |
Black River At Leeper
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508cfs |
St. Francis River Near Mill Creek
|
83cfs |
East Fork Black River At Lesterville
|
44cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Sam A Baker State Park
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Highway K - Clearwater Lake
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Bluff View - Clearwater Lake
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Piedmont - Clearwater Lake
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Greenville - Lake Wappapello
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