Fowler Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: March Dam Langston Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Fowler Dam, located in Bible Grove, Missouri, serves primarily for grade stabilization along the South Fork Middle Fabius River.
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Summary
Completed in 1996, this earth dam stands at a height of 26.3 feet with a hydraulic height of 21 feet and a structural height of 25 feet. It has a maximum storage capacity of 38 acre-feet and a normal storage of 28 acre-feet, impacting a drainage area of 352 square miles.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, Fowler Dam is not currently rated for its condition but is considered to meet safety guidelines. It features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 25 feet and no outlet gates. Although the dam has not been inspected recently and lacks an Emergency Action Plan (EAP), it remains a crucial structure for water resource management in the region.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Fowler Dam represents a key infrastructure for managing water flow in the area. Its role in grade stabilization along the South Fork Middle Fabius River contributes to flood control and ecosystem protection. As a privately owned dam with no state regulation or permitting requirements, its design and construction highlight the importance of private initiatives in water resource management. Despite its low hazard potential, ongoing monitoring and maintenance will be essential to ensure the dam's continued effectiveness and safety in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1996 |
Dam Length |
339 |
Dam Height |
26.3 |
River Or Stream |
SOUTH FORK MIDDLE FABIUS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
352 |
Nid Storage |
38 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Chariton River At Novinger
|
86cfs |
Chariton River At Livonia
|
45cfs |
Fox River At Bloomfield
|
7cfs |
Long Branch Creek Near Atlanta
|
0cfs |
Chariton River Near Moulton
|
34cfs |
Des Moines River At Keosauqua
|
1800cfs |
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.
Fowler Dam