Farley Dam, located in Schuyler, Missouri, along the TR-North Fabius River, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for grade stabilization.
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Completed in 1994, this structure stands at a height of 25.7 feet with a hydraulic height of 25 feet and a structural height of 20 feet. The dam has a length of 356 feet and a drainage area of 121.6 square miles, serving a normal storage capacity of 13 acre-feet.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Farley Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area. Despite being in a state without regulatory jurisdiction over the dam, it provides essential grade stabilization and flood control measures for the surrounding community. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find the engineering details and operational aspects of this structure fascinating, contributing to their understanding of the complex dynamics involved in water management.
Year Completed |
1994 |
Dam Length |
356 |
Dam Height |
25.7 |
River Or Stream |
TR-NORTH FABIUS RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
121.6 |
Nid Storage |
20 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
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|
7cfs |
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|
45cfs |
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|
34cfs |
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|
1800cfs |
Chariton River At Novinger
|
86cfs |
Des Moines River At Ottumwa
|
1090cfs |