Wayman-Fuhring Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Scioto Dam Bedell Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Wayman-Fuhring Lake Dam, located in St.
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Summary
James, Missouri, is a privately owned earth dam with a height of 30 feet and a storage capacity of 96 acre-feet. It is situated on the TR-Dry Fork Meramec River and serves as a vital resource for the local area. The dam, with a surface area of 6 acres and a drainage area of 75 square miles, plays a crucial role in managing water flow and providing flood control in the region.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the condition of Wayman-Fuhring Lake Dam is currently not rated. However, the dam has not been inspected or assessed recently, and its emergency action plan status is unknown. Given its importance in water resource management, it is essential for the dam to undergo regular inspections and assessments to ensure its structural integrity and overall safety for the surrounding community.
With its primary purpose listed as "Other," Wayman-Fuhring Lake Dam serves as a significant infrastructure component in the region. Although details such as the year of completion and spillway type are not provided, the dam's location, design features, and storage capacity highlight its importance in water resource management and climate resilience efforts. Moving forward, continued monitoring and maintenance of the dam will be vital to ensure its long-term functionality and safety for all those who depend on it.
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DRY FORK MERAMEC RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
75 |
Nid Storage |
96 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Bourbeuse River Near High Gate
|
2cfs |
Meramec River Near Steelville
|
244cfs |
Meramec River At Cook Station
|
47cfs |
Little Piney Creek At Newburg
|
82cfs |
Gasconade River At Jerome
|
944cfs |
Meramec River Near Sullivan
|
522cfs |
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.
Wayman-Fuhring Lake Dam