Fox Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 7, 2025

Fox Pond Dam, located in Wayne County, Missouri, is a federal-owned structure managed by the Fish and Wildlife Service.


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Summary

Built in 1973, the dam stands at a height of 22 feet and spans 639 feet in length. It serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond with a storage capacity of 122 acre-feet and a surface area of 13.1 acres.

Despite its low hazard potential, Fox Pond Dam has been assessed as being in poor condition as of June 2016. The dam lacks a spillway and outlet gates, posing potential risks in the event of heavy rainfall or flooding. With a high risk assessment rating of 2, there is a need for improved risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.

Given its critical role in supporting local wildlife and water resources, stakeholders and climate enthusiasts must advocate for necessary repairs and upgrades to Fox Pond Dam to mitigate potential risks and safeguard the surrounding ecosystem. As climate change continues to impact water resources, it is vital to prioritize the maintenance and resilience of such structures to adapt to changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

1973

Dam Length

639

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

TR to Mingo Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

13.1

Hydraulic Height

22

Drainage Area

0.1

Nid Storage

122

Structural Height

22

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

22
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.