Located in Fairdealing, Missouri, Ed Baker #1 Lake Dam is a privately owned structure designed by Robert Summers.
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This earth dam, with a buttress core type, stands at a height of 52 feet and has a hydraulic height of 40 feet. It serves as a crucial component for the water resource management in the area, with a maximum storage capacity of 2162 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 1749 acre-feet.
With a high hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment, this dam is regulated by the Dam and Reservoir Safety Program in Missouri. It is situated on a tributary to North Prong Beaver Dam Creek and has a drainage area of 813 square miles. The dam has a spillway width of 60 feet and a maximum discharge of 1525 cubic feet per second, ensuring effective flood control measures in the region.
Despite its moderate risk assessment, Ed Baker #1 Lake Dam continues to play a vital role in the water resource infrastructure of Carter County, Missouri. Regular inspections, state regulation, and enforcement ensure the safety and reliability of this structure, demonstrating the importance of proactive management in mitigating potential risks associated with climate and water resource challenges.
Dam Length |
1700 |
Dam Height |
52 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB TO N. PR. BEAVER DAM CRE |
Surface Area |
95 |
Hydraulic Height |
40 |
Drainage Area |
813 |
Nid Storage |
2162 |
Structural Height |
61 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
61 |
Little Black River Below Fairdealing
|
113cfs |
Current River At Doniphan
|
1900cfs |
Black River At Leeper
|
508cfs |
Black River At Poplar Bluff
|
858cfs |
Current River At Van Buren
|
1220cfs |
St. Francis River At Wappapello
|
695cfs |