Frumar Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Seidl Lake Dam Dam Vera
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Frumar Lake Dam, located in Crawford, Missouri, was completed in 1973 and serves as a key structure for flood risk reduction along the TR-Meramec River.
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Summary
This private-owned Earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 40 acre-feet, with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction and secondary purpose of recreation. Despite its low hazard potential, the condition assessment of Frumar Lake Dam is currently not rated.
With a normal storage capacity of 20 acre-feet and a surface area of 3 acres, Frumar Lake Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. The dam, designed as a Buttress type, is situated within the Kansas City District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. Although it is not state-regulated, Frumar Lake Dam remains an essential infrastructure for mitigating flood risks and ensuring water security for the local community.
As a significant feature along the TR-Meramec River, Frumar Lake Dam provides both flood protection and recreational opportunities for residents in STEELVILLE, Missouri. Despite its unlisted foundations and lack of a spillway, the dam's strategic location and design contribute to the overall water resource management in the area. With ongoing monitoring and maintenance, Frumar Lake Dam continues to serve as a vital asset for climate resilience and water security in Crawford County.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MERAMEC RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Drainage Area |
50 |
Nid Storage |
40 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Meramec River Near Steelville
|
244cfs |
Meramec River At Cook Station
|
47cfs |
Bourbeuse River Near High Gate
|
2cfs |
Little Piney Creek At Newburg
|
82cfs |
Meramec River Near Sullivan
|
522cfs |
Gasconade River At Jerome
|
944cfs |
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.
Frumar Lake Dam